Fabulous French Loaves

Name: Fabulous French Loaves
Prep time: 2 h 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 2 h 45 min
Yield: 24 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water (110Â F); 2 cups water; 6 cups bread flour; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon white sugar; 5 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons cornmeal; 1 egg white, beaten; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Submitted by ElizabethKnicely

"Just like I'd buy in the store! Makes a great garlic bread. Mixing it will give your arm a workout, so use a sturdy spoon!"

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Ready In:: 2hrs 45mins
Ingredients:: 10
Serves:: 24

ingredients

2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
¹⁄₂ cup warm water (110Â F)
2 cups water
6 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1 egg white, beaten
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

directions

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with 2 cups water, 3 cups flour, salt, sugar and vegetable oil; stir well to combine. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
Divide dough in half. Roll each half into a 9- x 12-inch rectangle and roll up jelly roll style, starting at long edge. Seal edges and place seam side down on a large baking sheet that has been sprinkled with cornmeal.
Use a sharp knife to slash each loaf diagonally 3 times. Brush with beaten egg white and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Cover and allow to rise 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.