human: Hi, can you tell me a good recipe for NY style pizza? If possible with instructions on how to make it.

assistant: Sure, I'd be happy to provide a recipe for a New York-style pizza. This recipe will yield 2 medium-sized pizzas.

**Ingredients:**

For the Dough:
1. 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
2. 1 1/2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
3. 4 cups bread flour
4. 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
5. 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:
1. 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
2. 1 teaspoon sugar
3. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
4. 1 teaspoon dried basil
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Topping:
1. 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3. Olive oil for brushing
4. Additional toppings as desired (pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, etc.)

**Tools Needed:**

1. Large mixing bowl
2. Measuring cups and spoons
3. Pizza stone or baking sheet
4. Pizza peel or flat baking sheet
5. Rolling pin
6. Saucepan
7. Spoon for stirring
8. Cheese grater
9. Pastry brush

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Dough:** In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. Add the bread flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together.

3. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until it's smooth and elastic.

4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

5. **Prepare the Sauce:** While the dough is rising, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, basil, and salt. Simmer over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool.

6. **Preheat the Oven:** About an hour before you plan to bake the pizza, place your pizza stone (if using) in the oven and preheat it to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).

7. **Shape the Dough:** After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each piece into a 12-inch circle.

8. If you're using a pizza peel, sprinkle it with flour or cornmeal to prevent sticking. Transfer one of the dough circles onto the peel.

9. **Assemble the Pizza:** Spread half of the sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the sauce. Add any additional toppings you'd like.

10. **Bake the Pizza:** Carefully transfer the pizza from the peel onto the preheated pizza stone in the oven. If you're using a baking sheet instead of a stone, you can assemble the pizza directly on the baking sheet and then place it in the oven.

11. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

12. **Finish and Serve:** Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and toppings.

human: Thank you for the recipe! I can't wait to try making the NY style pizza. Do you have any recommendations for alternative toppings that would go well with this pizza?

assistant: A New York-style pizza is traditionally topped with only tomato sauce and mozzerala cheese, but there are many alternative toppings that could be added to the pizza to suit any dietary restrictions or preferences:
- Sausage
- Pepperoni
- Salami
- Ham
- Canadian Bacon
- crumbled Feta cheese
- Diced Tomato
- Jalepeno
- Pineapple
- Anchovies
- Grilled Chicken
- Onions
- Green Peppers
- Banana Peppers
- Thinly-sliced steak
- Mushrooms