Easy Home Baked Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl combine water, yeast, sugar and salt.* Gradually add flour to form a stiff dough.
2. 2
   Place in a greased bowl and cover.
3. 3
   Let rise until double in size, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
4. 4
   Toss on floured board, divide in half, shape into 2 loaves.
5. 5
   Grease pans and sprinkle with cornmeal.
6. 6
   Place in the dough and let rise 45 to 60 minutes.
7. 7
   Brush with beaten egg white all over the top, and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seed.