French Bread

Directions

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   {"0":"1. Combine yeast, water, and sugar in a small bowl for 4 to 5 minutes.","1":"2. Mix flour, salt and oil well, until four is moistened.","2":"3. Combine yeast and flour mixtures.","4":"4. Knead just until smooth and elastic.","5":"5. Place dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a dish towel.","6":"6. a) Put the bowl in a warm place for 10 minutes.","7":"7. b) Knead dough 4 or 5 times.","8":"8. c) Cover again.","9":"9. Repeat steps a) through c) four or five more times, every 10 minutes.","10":"10. Divide dough into thirds.","11":"11. Roll up, jelly roll style, and pinch edges together. Turn ends under and pinch.","12":"12. Place loaves on a greased cookie sheet.","13":"13. Make 5 or 6 diagonal slices across the top.","14":"14. Let rise until doubled in size.","15":"15. Butter top and bake at 400\u00b0 for 20 minutes."}