In a large mixing bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Add warm water and 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. Knead the dough until it forms a nice ball, 3-5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl and cover. Allow to rise for 30-40 minutes until double.
Prepare Skillet and Toppings
While the dough is rising, preheat oven to 425℉, using convection setting, if possible.If convection setting is not an option, you may need to bake the pizza for a few extra minutes.
Place skillet on the stove over medium heat with a tablespoon of olive oil in it. Rub garlic clove over the bottom and sides of the pan to flavor it. Heat for 3-5 minutes, and then place skillet in oven.
Prepare toppings and have everything at your fingertips to make your pizza. Grate cheeses. Chop vegetables. Brown the Italian sausage.
Sprinkle cornmeal on work space and using your fingers, form the pizza dough into a flattened circle the size of your pan. Press dough into the cornmeal.
Assemble the Pizza
Remove skillet from oven and begin assembling the pizza. Place dough in bottom of hot skillet, forming along the sides of the pan. Brush remaining olive oil over dough. Be careful not to burn your fingers. Use a spoon to help form the dough, if necessary.
Cover bottom of dough with marinara sauce, then layer with meats, mozzarella cheese, and chopped vegetables. Finish with a sprinkling of shredded Gouda cheese.
Bake 12-15 minutes in preheated oven until the edges are golden and cheese has melted. Remove from oven and allow to cool 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Serves 2-4.
Notes
*If possible, use convection oven setting to bake this pizza. If that is not an option, you may need to bake the pizza for a few extra minutes.