Failproof French Bread (Bread Machine)

By hazelljbmh

This makes two loaves of long baguette type French bread that has wonderful flavor and is so easy to make!

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups bread flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 1 1/4 cups warm water

Preparation

Step 1

Directions:

1 Place ingredients in bread machine according to manufacturers directions.

2 Start machine on dough setting.

3 When dough cycle is complete, remove dough with floured hands and cut in half on floured surface.

4 Take each half of dough and roll to make a loaf about 12 inches long in the shape of French bread.

5 Place on greased baking sheet and cover with a towel.

6 Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

7 Preheat oven to 450°.

8 Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown, turning pan around once halfway during baking.

9 Remove baked loaves to wire racks to cool.