Crusty french bread for the zojirushi

1 loaf

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1⅓cupWarm water, plus
2tablespoonsWarm water
2teaspoonsSugar
1teaspoonSalt
4cupsBread flour
1packActive dry yeast

Directions

Place water, sugar, salt, bread flour and yeast into baking pan.

Sprinkle yeast over dry ingredients. Insert baking pan securely into unit; close lid. Select "French Bread" setting; then press "Start".

The complete light will flash when bread is finished. Use hotpads to remove pan from unit; pull out kneading rod. Invert container to remove loaf. Place bread on cooling rack. Allow to cool before slicing. Makes 1 loaf.