1. In bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water and set aside for 5 minutes, or until yeast foams. 2. Grease French bread pan or line with parchment paper. 3. In bowl of a Bosch or Kitchen Aid mixer, combine ingredients, except the egg wash, then add the yeast mixture. 4. Beat on low speed to blend; beat on high speed for 2minutes, stirring down sides with spatula. Dough will be soft. 5. Divide dough in half on the prepared pan. Smooth each half into 12-inch-long logs with wet spatula. 6. Brush with egg wash for glossier crust, if desired. Make 3 diagonal slashes (1/8 inch deep) in each loaf so steam can escape during baking. 7. Place immediately on the middle rack of a COLD oven. Set the temperature at 425° F and bake for 30-35 minutes, until nicely browned. 8. Remove bread from pan; cool completely on wire rack before slicing with electric knife. Makes 2 loaves. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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