Apple Yeast Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Pour all the ingredients into a food processor.
2. 2
   Knead on medium speed for 7 or 8 minutes to get a smooth paste. (If you do not have a food processor, you can knead the mixture by hand.)
3. 3
   Place the dough on a floured baking surface, and form a ball.
4. 4
   Transfer to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and allow to rest for 5 hours.
5. 5
   Return the dough to your work surface, and give it the desired shape such as a ball, or a long loaf.
6. 6
   Place the bread in a proofing basket covered with a lightly floured tissue (or gently fold into a floured cloth).
7. 7
   Allow to rise for 10 to 13 hours in a 20/24°C moderate climate covering the basket with a plastic bag.
8. 8
   Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
9. 9
   Gently transfer the bread on a baking sheet covered with greaseproof paper, and bake for 30-35 minutes.