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You can mix this in a 2 lb automatic bread machine, but I mixed and knead for.
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5 minutes in my KitchenAid.
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Then using more olive oil,oil the bowl
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and turn the dough a couple times to coat.
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Cover with a wet towel and let raise in an unlit oven for 2 hours, punch down, knead between hands and then let rise another 90 minutes.
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Punched down, knead and shape
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into two equal 18 inch ropes and place in sprayed pans to rise again for 1 hour.
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Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until browning on top and sounds hollow when thumped on bottom.
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Remove from oven and brush
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tops with butter, if you want soft crusts.
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Let cool before slicing.
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Store in airtight bags.