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In a bowl, mix together flour, yeast, sugar, salt, garlic powder, italian seasoning, black olives, olive oil, and water.
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Turn out dough on a floured board.
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Knead until smooth- about 5 to 10 minutes.
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Let rise about 45 minutes, until it doubles in size and punch down.
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Knead for another 5 to 10 minutes an let rise for 30 minutes, until it doubles in size.
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Round the dough on kneading board.
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Place dough upside down in a bowl lined with a lint-free, well floured towel.
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Let rise until double in size.
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While the bread is rising for the third time, put a pan of water in the bottom of the oven.
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
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Gently turn loaf out onto a sheet pan that has been lightly oiled and dusted with cornmeal.
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Bake loaf at 450 degrees F for 15 minutes.
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Reduce heat to 375 degrees and bake for 30 more minutes, or until done.