In a small bowl, mix the warm water, yeast, olive oil and honey.
In the work bowl of a heavy-duty electric mixer, or in a large bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups of the flour and the salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until it all comes together.
If using a machine, fit the bowl with a dough hook and knead on a low speed. Otherwise, turn the it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand. Knead 4 to 5 minutes, adding the remaining 1/4 cup of flour, and a little more, if necessary, until the dough is soft, smooth and elastic.
Place in an oiled bowl at least twice the volume of the dough. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
While the dough is rising, prepare the topping ingredients and preheat the oven to 475 degrees. If you have a baking stone, place it on the middle oven rack.