4 cups white flour 1/2 tablespoon salt 1/2 tablespoon yeast 3 tablespoons gluten (optional)
How to Prepare :
Place the water in large bowl.
Place dry ingredients in another bowl. Whisk together.
Add half the dry ingredients to the water. Stir to combine. Add the other half and mix until there are no wet spots.
Fold the dough over several times in the container. Cover and let rise two hours. Place in the refrigerator overnight or up to seven days.
Scoop out half the dough. (Put the other half back in the fridge for later.) Shape into a flat, slightly oval. Let rest 15 minutes.
Fold the dough in half lengthwise. Flatten edge with the heel of your hand. Fold in half again and flatten edge with the heel of your hand. Gently roll into a 15 inch loaf.
Place on a slightly greased baguette pan or on a parchment lined baking sheet. Let rise for 1 1/2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 450. Slash the loaf 3 or 4 times and spritz with water. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.