French Sesame Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 2 1/2 cups flour, salt and undissolved yeast.
2. 2
   Add warm water to dry ingredients and beat 2 minutes at medium speed, scraping bowl.
3. 3
   Add 1 cup flour and beat 2 minutes at high speed. Stir in enough additional flour to make a soft dough.
4. 4
   Knead 4 to 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. 5
   Place in greased bowl, turn to grease top.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise until doubled (1 to 1 1/2 hours).
7. 7
   Punch down dough; divide into 3 balls.
8. 8
   Place on greased baking sheets which have been sprinkled with corn meal.
9. 9
   Make several gashes on top of each loaf.
10. 10
    Cover; let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
11. 11
    Bake at 450° for 20 minutes.