French Bread

-Heather Jordan

1 T margarine
1 3/4 C warm water
5 C flour
1/4 C flour to sprinkle while kneading
2 T yeast
1 T salt
3 T sugar

Add margarine into the warm water and mix until dissolved. Mix all other ingredients. Add water and butter to the flour mixture. Knead 2-5 minutes. Let rest covered 20 minutes. Shape into 2 loaves and refrigerate 2 hours. Slash tops. Bake at 425 for 10 minutes cover with foil and bake another 15 minutes.

*Great dough for homemade pizza crust too. As soon as it is kneaded separate into 8-10 balls and roll flat to make mini pizza crusts. Top with sauce and desired toppings. Bake 425 for 15 minutes.