Created by Puppitypup on February 5, 2018
Step 1: Soak polenta in hot water in the mixing bowl.
Step 2: Separately, add yeast and pinch of sugar to 1/3 cup warm water, set aside.
Step 3: Add remaining ingredients to mixing bowl and stir, then add yeast mixture and stir well.
Step 4: Knead until dough is not terribly sticky, adding flour as needed.
Step 5: Place into greased bowl, cover and let rise until doubled, about an hour.
Step 6: Punch down and shape into a loaf. This may be baked free-form or in a 9" loaf pan.
Step 7: Let rise again until doubled, about an hour.
Step 8: If desired, make a 1/2" deep slash across the top and brush with an egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water. (I've never done this step.)
Step 9: Bake at 350 for 35 minutes or until done.
Step 10: Note: Original recipe baked at 425 for 15 minutes, then 375 for 30 more minutes. That would be far too hot and too long per my experience with this recipe.