Basque Sheepherder'S Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in water; add sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Allow to stand about 10 minutes until bubbly.
3. 3
   Add 4 cups flour; beat well.
4. 4
   Stir in enough remaining flour to make stiff dough.
5. 5
   Knead lightly, place in a greased bowl, cover and let rise until doubled.
6. 6
   Punch down, shape into a round ball and place in a 10-inch diameter cast-iron Dutch oven.
7. 7
   Cover with lid and let rise until doubled. Cut into 4 equal pieces and gently form loaves.
8. 8
   Bake in a loaf pan at 375° for 45 minutes.
9. 9
   Cover with foil if it starts getting too brown.
10. 10
    Cool on wire rack.