Mix the dough

• Combine the bread flour, instant yeast and salt in a mixing bowl.
• Pour in the lukewarm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.

Knead the dough

• Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.

Let the dough rise

• Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled in volume.

Shape the baguettes

• Divide the dough into equal pieces.
• Shape each piece into a long baguette and place them on a baking tray.

Bake

• Score the baguettes with a sharp knife.
• Bake at 230 °C until golden and crusty.

Cool

• Transfer the baguettes to a rack and let them cool before slicing.