Combine dry ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

Add wet ingredients and knead

• Make a well in the center, pour in water and olive oil.
• Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
• Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

First rise

• Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth.
• Let rise until doubled in size, about 60 minutes.

Shape and second rise

• Punch down dough, shape into a loaf.
• Place in a greased loaf pan, cover.
• Let rise for 30 minutes.

Bake

• Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
• Bake the loaf for 30 minutes until golden brown.
• Cool on a rack before slicing.