2torial #0473: Learn2 Make Pizza Dough (Continued) Punch it down Now we've arrived at the fun part: Thrust your fist into the center of the dough (don't hurt yourself, now, the process is not finished); it will deflate all around your hand. Remove your hand.   Gather the sides of the dough into the center, then turn it over onto a counter top or work board.   Divide the dough into the number of pizzas to be made and knead each piece till smooth. Let the dough rest 5-10 minutes, then form into thick rounds. Step 6