10/13/2010

Another great bread recipe.

FRENCH BREAD Step 1- 2 cups hot water, 2 tablespoons salt,2 cups of flour, step 2-Dissolve 2 tablespoons yeast in 2 cups of previously mentioned hot water, Stir into mixing bowl. Step 3- Add 5-6 cups of flour and knead until smooth. Let rise 1/2 hour. Punch down. Form into 2 large or 4 small french bread loaves on a cookie sheet. Let rise for 30 minutes. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Brush with butter and dip into balsamic vinegar and olive oil. It is delicious with any pasta meal.