French Bread*

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in 1 cup lukewarm water.

2. 2

   While yeast softens, sift flour, salt and sugar together in large bowl.

3. 3

   Stir in the dissolved yeast.

4. 4

   Add just enough of the second cup of lukewarm water to make a soft, rather sticky dough.

5. 5

   Cover and place bowl in warm place to rise, at least double in size.

6. 6

   This will take 2 to 4 hours depending on the warmth of the kitchen.

7. 7

   When dough is high and spongy, punch it down and beat well with your hand. Divide bread into 2 parts and place each in a 6-inch greased round baking dish.

8. 8

   Cover and allow to rise until it reaches top of bowl.

9. 9

   Brush with melted butter to give flavor to crust and place in preheated oven (400u00b0).

10. 10

    Bake for 1 hour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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