into the bowl with the flour, add olive oil if desired, and mix with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are well blended. No need to knead.
Let it rest:
Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1.5 to 2 hours, until it has doubled in size.
Shaping the bread:
Once the dough has risen, carefully place it on a floured surface and shape it into a ball or a long loaf, depending on your
