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2 servings
Ingredients:
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)1 tablespoon white sugar1 tablespoon salt8 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon cornmeal1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions:
In a large bowl dissolve the yeast in the warm water or potato water.Add sugar and salt and mix well.Stir in 7 cups of the flour.On a well-floured surface, knead dough for 7 minutes, incorporating in the last cup of flour.Place dough in a greased bowl.Let rise until doubled.Using a lightly floured board, form dough into 2 long or round loaves.Sprinkle cornmeal on greased baking sheet; place loaves on top.Slash top with a sharp knife.Cover, and let rise until almost doubled.Brush top of loaves with cold water.Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.Place in a cold oven.Turn oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).Bake for 45 minutes, or until nicely browned.Brush twice during baking time with cold water.
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