Joan'S Cuban Bread

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   In large bowl of mixer, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt.

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   Heat water to 120u00b0 to 130u00b0.

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   Add to flour.

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   Beat with regular beater until smooth for 3 minutes.

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   Stir in more flour (6 cups).

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   Put bread hook on the mixer and knead for 12 to 15 minutes.

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   Remove the hook, cover and let rest for 40 minutes. Divide the dough into 2 equal parts.

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   On a floured breadboard roll out with your hand each part into a 12 x 15-inch long loaf as done for French bread.

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   Lightly grease a cookie sheet.

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    Sprinkle with cornmeal and place on it both loaves of bread.

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    Brush each loaf with water.

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    Using a sharp knife make 4 diagonal cuts across each loaf.

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    Place in a cold oven and let rest 20 minutes.

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    Turn on the oven to 400u00b0

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    and bake for 40 to 45 minutes.

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    When done, remove from oven and place on cooling racks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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