French Sesame Bread

1. 1

   Combine 2 1/2 cups flour, salt and undissolved yeast.

2. 2

   Add warm water to dry ingredients and beat 2 minutes at medium speed, scraping bowl.

3. 3

   Add 1 cup flour and beat 2 minutes at high speed. Stir in enough additional flour to make a soft dough.

4. 4

   Knead 4 to 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Place in greased bowl, turn to grease top.

6. 6

   Cover and let rise until doubled (1 to 1 1/2 hours).

7. 7

   Punch down dough; divide into 3 balls.

8. 8

   Place on greased baking sheets which have been sprinkled with corn meal.

9. 9

   Make several gashes on top of each loaf.

10. 10

    Cover; let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).

11. 11

    Bake at 450u00b0 for 20 minutes.

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