Olive Oil Bread

Total Time

1 Hour 15 Minutes

Servings

15

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup warm water (40°C)
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 1/2 cups plain flour

Instructions

1. In a large bowl mix together the warm water, yeast, sugar, salt, and olive oil. Stir in 2 cups of the flour in order to make a soft ball. Knead in additional flour so that dough is soft and not sticky.
2. Place kneaded dough in a medium size greased bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled in size.
3. Punch down dough, and form into ball or loaf shape. Place onto a greased cookie sheet. Cover and let rise for 15 to 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until golden brown.