Using a countertop mixer with the dough hook attached, combine all of the dough ingredients (flour, salt, brown sugar, yeast, and warm water). Mix on medium speed for 6 minutes.

Transfer dough to an oiled bowl. Cover and place in a warm (85°F) location for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the Baking Soda Solution by combining the boiling water with the baking soda. Mix until baking soda is fully dissolved, and set aside to cool.

Once risen, transfer dough to a well-floured countertop. Press it into a large square and then fold dough over itself several times like an envelope. Allow dough to rest uncovered for 5 minutes.

Preheat oven to 450°F.

Using a rolling pin, shape the dough into a large (15-16”) circle. Spray a piece of parchment paper with non-stick baking spray. Generously dust the top of the parchment with cornmeal. Place the pizza dough on top of the cornmeal-dusted parchment paper. (Note: It is very important to spray and dust the paper with cornmeal. Otherwise, the crust will become stuck to the paper once baked!)

Add the pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese and favorite pizza toppings.

Brush the top of the crust with the Baking Soda Solution. (Note: Use caution to keep Baking Soda Solution from dripping down and touching the parchment paper. If it does, the crust will stick to the paper as it bakes.)

Sprinkle the coarse salt evenly around the crust.

Bake at 450°F for 11-13 minutes, or until cheese has fully melted and crust is golden brown.

Remove pizza from oven and brush crust with melted butter (optional).