Combine water, honey or sugar and yeast in mixing bowl

Let sit 5 minutes or until somewhat foamy

Add flour and salt, I start with 3&1/2 cups flour. Use hook in stand mixer and mix until flour is not sticky and pulls off of hook

Pour dough out into banneton bowl or any bread baking bowl, or form loaf onto parchment paper on cookie sheet

Cover with clean towel and let rest for approx 20 minutes

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Cut slits in top of bread

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown