2 tsp caster sugar
40g/1陆oz butter, or 4 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp salt
poppy or sesame seeds, for the top of the loaf (optional)
750g/1lb 9oz strong bread flour, plus extra for dusting
vegetable oil, for greasing
2陆 tsp dried yeast, or 20g/戮oz fresh yeast
1 free-range egg, beaten