French Bread

This recipe was given to me by a friend; it's so easy to make and so good.

French Bread
1 1/2 T. yeast
1 1/2 T. sugar
2 1/2 C. warm water
1 T. salt
2 T. oil
6-7 C. flour

Dissolve the yeast and sugar in the water; let it get all foamy. Add it to the mixer bowl with the oil and salt. Start the mixer and gradually add the flour until the right consistency. Knead well, put in a greased bowl, cover and let rise. Punch down after 10 minutes, let rise and repeat 5 times.
Divide the dough in half, roll out and then roll into a loaf. Pinch the seam shut, place on the cookie sheet seam down, cut slits in the top and let rise for 30 minutes. Bake 25 minutes at 400 degrees.