How Do You Make Crusty French Bread?
With a crunchy crust and soft center, French bread makes a delicious accompaniment for many meals. Crusty French bread is delicious, and surprisingly easy to make! This recipe yields about 2 baguettes or one loaf of bread. Here’s how to make crusty French bread: Ingredients and supplies: • 1 1/4 cup warm (not hot) water • 1 teaspoons salt • 1 package dry yeast • 3 1/2 cups unbleached or bread flour • 1 beaten egg white (optional) • 1-2 tablespoons cornmeal or semolina, for sprinkling • Large bowl, or mixer with bread hook attachment • Spoon • Small bowl • Baking pan Instructions: • Mix the dough. First, combine the 1/4 cup of water with the yeast. This mixture should start to bubble; this is a sign that the yeast is activated. If there seems to be no reaction, you may want to use new yeast, because yours may be too old to work. In a separate bowl, mix the flour and salt. Then combine the dry and wet ingredients (including the last cup of water) together. Use an electric mixer with a do
