Straight Baguette

Prepare the mise en place.

Combine the bread flour with the water in the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the hook. Mix on low speed until blended. Stop the mixer and autolyse for 15 minutes.

Add the salt and yeast and mix on low for 5 minutes.

Lightly oil a large bowl or container.

Scrape the dough into the prepared bowl. Cover the bowl with