Uncle Bud's Bread

Simple, great French-style loaf.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 10 mins
• Yields: 2 loaves

Ingredients

• 7  cups bread flour
• 2 1⁄2 cups water (110-120 degrees)
• 1  tablespoon salt
• 2  tablespoons  yeast
• 1  tablespoon butter

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients.
2. Put in greased bowl and cover.
3. Let raise for 1 hour.
4. Punch down and divide in half.
5. Roll each half jelly-roll style.
6. Raise, covered for 35 minutes.
7. Bake in greased pan (I use baking sheet) 22 minutes at 400 degrees.