French Bread

1. 1

   Sprinkle yeast in 1 cup of the water; dissolve.

2. 2

   Stir into all other ingredients and blend well.

3. 3

   At 10 minute intervals, work through dough with a spoon 5 consecutive times (I do this with my hands).

4. 4

   Turn dough on lightly floured board and divide into 2 balls*; this makes two thicker loaves (more like an Italian bread.

5. 5

   For smaller loaves, divide into 3 balls.

6. 6

   Let set for 10 minutes, then roll each ball out into rectangles.

7. 7

   Starting with long side, roll up, jellyroll fashion, then seal edges.

8. 8

   Place rolls on greased cookie sheets and let rise until almost double in size.

9. 9

   Bake for 30-35 minutes at 400 degrees.

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