French Bread

1 1/2 T yeast
1 T salt
2 c. hot water
1/2 c. warm water
1/2 c. oil
finely grated zest of lemon (dash of lemon juice)
1/2 c. sugar
5-6 c. flour

Dissolve the yeast, warm water, and 1/4 c. sugar in small bowl. In a large bowl combine the hot water, 1/4 c. sugar, salt, and oil. Add 3 c. flour and lemon to the mixture. Add 2-3 more cups of flour and mix until well blended. Leave in bowl, and let it rise for 1 hour (with a few strokes during.) Divide the dough into 2. Roll it out on a floured surface, and roll up length wise like a jelly roll. Grease a cookie sheet. Put the dough with the sealed side down, and tuck the ends under. Slash the top with a sharp knife. Brush with egg white and rosemary. Let the dough rise for 30 more minutes. Bake at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes.