Pre-measure all ingredients.
Dump water, yeast and sugar into a large bowl.
Stir until yeast is dissolved.
Stir in salt, oil and flour until mixing becomes too difficult, then knead for 2 minutes on a floured surface.
Spray a large bowl with non-stick cooking spray and place dough in the bowl. Cover with a dish towel and let it raise until it doubles in size.
Dump dough out onto a floured surface. Cut in half and shape into 2 smooth, bread loaf like shapes.
Place dough loaves on a greased cookie sheet and let rise again until doubled (about 25-30 minutes). Bake at 375 degrees for 20-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove bread from oven and rub butter on top.
Recipe Credit to Six Sisters' Stuff: Easy Homemade French Bread