Peasant Bread

This breads texture is a cross between focaccia and English muffin bread. It's wonderful toasted and is so easy to make because it requires no kneading.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 45 mins
• Yields: 2 loaves

Ingredients

• 1 (2 1/4teaspoon) package active dry yeast
• 2  cups warm water, divided
• 4  cups all-purpose flour
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1  tablespoon butter, melted

• Your choice of topping

•  poppy seeds or   garlic bread  seasoning or  parmesan cheese or   cinnamon sugar, mixture

Directions

1. Dissolve yeast in 1 cup warm water.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and sugar.
3. Add the yeast mixture and remaining 1 cup of warm water; stir until combined.
4. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled. (About 1 hour).
5. Stir dough down.
6. Divide in half.
7. Place each half in a greased 1 quart round casserole or ovenproof bowl.
8. Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with topping.
9. Let rise in a warm place until doubled; about 45 minutes.
10. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
11. Remove from pans to cool.