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In a large bowl mix the water, 2 cups flour, sugar and salt for a couple of minutes.
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Beat for two minutes.
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(It is easier if you have an electric mixer.
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).
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By hand, stir in enough flour to make a stiff dough.
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Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
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(This will take 7 or 8 minutes.
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).
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Place in a greased bowl then turn the greased side up.
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Cover and let rise in a warm place about an hour (until doubled in size).
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Grease the bread pan and sprinkle it with cornmeal.
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Punch down the dough - divide it into two.
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Shape two loaves tapering at the ends.
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Suggestion: You can roll the dough in your hands like you used to do with plasticine.
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Place on the prepared bread pan.
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Before the dough rises, cut 3 diagonal stripes in the dough (about 1/4 inch deep).
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Cover and let the dough rise about 30 to 45 minutes.
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The dough should be light and doubled in size.
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Then, brush the loaves with water.
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Have the oven at 400F.
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Place a shallow pan of hot water in the over.
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Place the bread on a loaf over the hot water.
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Bake at 400F for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden grown.
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When you tap the loaf it will sound hollow.
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Take the loaves from the oven and put it on a rack and let them cool.
