Ingredients

Cooking spray, for mini loaf pans

3 c. all-purpose flour, divided

1/4 c. sugar

1 .25-package active dry yeast

1 c. warm water

3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

2 tsp. kosher salt

Preparation

Step 1Preheat oven to 375º and spray mini loaf pans with cooking spray. In a resealable plastic bag, place 1 cup flour, sugar, and yeast and add warm water.Step 2Seal bag and squish together with your hands to mix. Let rest 10 minutes at room temperature. (Yeast should activate.) Add 1 cup flour, oil, and salt to the bag, then seal and squish together.Step 3Add remaining cup of flour and mix until combined. Remove from bag and knead 5 minutes until smooth. Halve dough and place in two loaf pans. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise 30 minutes.Step 4Brush top of bread with olive oil or melted butter and bake until golden, about 30 minutes.