Wholemeal Bread

500g strong wholemeal bread flour
300ml lukewarm water
2tsp salt
3tbsp olive oil
7g yeast
Sieve flour and add yeast, salt and olive oil.

Pour in the water a little bit at a time whilst mixing with dough hook until the dough forms an elastic ball.

[ Knead, roll into a tight ball and allow to rise for 1hr in a covered, oiled casserole. ] *2

Rub olive oil gently over the surface, score an X with a sharp knife and sprinkle with salt.

Cover with lid and bake at 240°C for 30mins.

Remove lid and bake for a further 10mins.