Crusty Fat-Free Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 2 cups lukewarm water in large mixing bowl. Add salt and sugar, mixing well with a wooden spoon.
2. 2
   Beat in enough flour, 1 cup at a time, to form a smooth ball that cleans side of bowl.
3. 3
   Cover and set in warm place free of drafts for 1 1/2 hours or until double in size.
4. 4
   Stir down, then turn out on lightly floured board.
5. 5
   Knead a few turns, then cut in half.
6. 6
   Shape each half in a loaf pan.
7. 7
   Sprinkle cornmeal over loaves.
8. 8
   Let rise 5 minutes, then slice tops in 4 places with sharp knife.
9. 9
   Brush with water and put in cold oven with pan of boiling water on bottom rack.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° until golden brown.