Step 1

In large bowl add the yeast, water and sugar and mix to dissolve. Set aside for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In the same bowl add the flour, salt and olive oil.

Step 3

Mix the dough using a wooden spoon for 4-5 minutes until the mixture is combined. You should have a very sticky dough.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with a towel and let it rise for 12-15 hours.

Step 5

Flour a large working surface and your hands and place the dough on the surface. Gently deflate the dough and cut in half. Knead the dough a little bit with your hands and form two round loafs. Place the two breads in a casserole dish and score the top of the bread with a sharp knife.

Step 6

Bake in the casserole (with the lid on) in preheated oven at 210C / 410F for 30 minutes and then remove the lid and bake for another 15 minutes or until golden brown.