Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
7.5 cup

flour

unsifted

1 tsp

sugar

1 tbsp

salt

3 unit

yeast

3 tbsp

margarine

1 tbsp

sesame seed

2.5 cup

water

very warm

2 tbsp

corn meal

1 tbsp

peanut oil

1 unit

egg white

beaten

1 tbsp

water

cold

Step 1
~12 min

Mix 2 1/2 cups flour, sugar, salt and yeast; add margarine.

Step 2
~12 min

Gradually add very warm water and beat about 2 minutes.

Step 3
~12 min

Add 1 cup flour and beat well.

Step 4
~12 min

Stir in enough flour to make a stiff dough and knead a few times.

Step 5
~12 min

Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.

Step 6
~12 min

Roll each piece into a 15-inch long loaf.

Step 7
~12 min

Place the loaves on a greased baking sheet sprinkled with corn meal.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~12 min

Brush the loaves with peanut oil.

Step 9
~12 min

Cover with plastic wrap and freeze until firm.

Step 10
~12 min

Remove from baking sheet and wrap each loaf with plastic wrap; may keep frozen up to 6 weeks.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~12 min

Remove from freezer; place on ungreased baking sheets, corn meal side down.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~12 min

Let stand, covered with plastic wrap, at room temperature, about 1 1/2 hours.

Step 13
~12 min

Let rise until double in size, about 1 1/2 hours more.

Step 14
~12 min

Gently brush with combined egg white and cold water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Step 15
~12 min

Bake at 450°F for 20 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, spray the loaves with water a few times during baking.

Ensure water is warm, but not too hot, to activate the yeast effectively.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with soup or salad.

Use for sandwiches.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheese and charcuterie board
Tomato soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

A staple of French cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

75/100