This french bread is one of my favorite things to make.  My friend gave it to me a few years ago.  I don’t have a great track record with homemade bread so I was a little apprehensive the first time I tried it.  But, it turned out so good and instantly became a family favorite!  It is soft and light and tastes perfect as a side for soup or pasta. Soft French Bread Recipe 2 1/2 cups warm water 2 Tbsp. sugar 2 Tbsp. yeast 3 Tbsp. canola oil 1 tsp. salt 5 1/2 cups flour Mix the water, sugar and yeast together.  Let it stand for 10 minutes until…