Italian Bread

Heat 2 -1/2 c. Water until very warm about 110-115° .Dissolve yeast in very warm water in large bowl.

Add salt, sugar & oil; stir very well. Add flour mix well. Shape dough into a ball & place in a well greased bowl. Turning to coat top. Cover & let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. Or until doubled.

Divide dough into 3 equal parts. Shape into loaves. Place crosswise in a greased baking sheet that has been sprinkled with cornmeal. ( I used parchment paper) .

Cover & let rise 30 min. Make 4 digonal slices in top loafs. Bake 400° for 25 to 30 min.

Combine egg-white & 1 TBSP. Water in small bowl. Whisk well & brush on top of loaves. Bake 5 more min. Makes 3 loaves.