The Crumbly Cottage Loaf Simple Sandwich Bread Perfection

Ingredients

• 3 ½ cups (420g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 ¼ cups (300ml) lukewarm water (105°F-115°F / 40°C-46°C)
• 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon (6g) salt
• 2 ¼ teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil, plus more for greasing
• 1 large egg, beaten (optional for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon milk or water (optional for egg wash)