COOKING WITH DORINA

In Tua Cucina Con Dorina

CLASSIC FRENCH BREAD

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups warm water
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt

Directions

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and yeast.
Add warm water and mix until a sticky dough forms.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Divide the dough into 2 parts and shape into long loaves.
Place the loaves on a baking sheet and let them rise for 10-15 minutes.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.