Italian Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together in a large bowl the flour, yeast, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Mix together the warm water and oil.
3. 3
   Add to flour-yeast mixture and beat well with electric beater.
4. 4
   Stir in 1 1/2 to 2 cups of flour.
5. 5
   Knead in 1/2 to 1 cup of flour.
6. 6
   Let rise 1 hour in oiled bowl.
7. 7
   Punch down. Shape into 2 loaves.
8. 8
   Let rise 1/2 hour.
9. 9
   Sprinkle cornmeal on pan and place bread into it.
10. 10
    After it rises, make slits.
11. 11
    Brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seed.
12. 12
    Bake 30 minutes in a 375° oven.