Real French Bread

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in 1 cup warm water.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Stir in dissolved yeast. Add enough of second cup of water to hold dough together.

4. 4

   Mix well until you have a sticky dough.

5. 5

   Let rise until double in bulk.

6. 6

   Punch down and knead.

7. 7

   Give it a good beating.

8. 8

   Divide into equal parts.

9. 9

   Place in a greased baking dish or loaf pan.

10. 10

    Cover and let rise again.

11. 11

    Bake at 400u00b0.

12. 12

    For a harder crust, brush top with egg whites.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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