Conceição's Rustic Crusty Bread Recipe

1. Mix the yeast with the warm water and let it rest for 10 minutes.
2. Place the flour and salt in a bowl, make a hole in the middle, pour the yeast/water, and knead well. 
3. Cover the bowl with plastic film and let it rise for 2 to 3 hours.
4. Preheat the oven to 230°C or 445°F.
5. On a floured surface, place the dough by pulling one end of the dough towards the center and then the other.
6. Repeat 3 to 4 times. 
7. Form a ball (in this case I did 4) and let it rest for 10 minutes.
8. Place on a tray sprinkled with flour, make a shallow cut and bake for about 30 minutes depending on the oven.

Recipe & Photo Credit: Conceição Fernandes