Basic French Bread

1. 1

   Combine water and yeast in a mixer bowl.

2. 2

   Add the remaining ingredients and mix on low speed with a dough hook until all of the flour is incorporated.

3. 3

   Increase to second speed and knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.

4. 4

   Let the dough rise until doubled.

5. 5

   Punch down, divide and shape as desired.

6. 6

   Let rise again until doubled.

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