Homemade Bread

Preparation In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.

Mixing the Dough Add the olive oil, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

Rising Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Shaping the Loaf Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the dough in a greased loaf pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Baking Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool before slicing and serving.