Creating your Pizza Hut Copycat pizza involves a few straightforward steps:

1. Activate Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.

3. Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.

4. Let Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes.

5. Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste.

6. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

7. Form Pizza: Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Place it on a greased pizza pan or floured parchment paper.

8. Add Sauce: Spread a generous layer of sauce over the surface of the dough.

9. Top Your Pizza: Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and distribute your desired toppings evenly.

10. Bake: Carefully transfer the pizza to the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

11. Cool and Slice: After baking, remove the pizza and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Slice and enjoy your homemade creation!