In a large mixing bowl, add yeast and water and let sit for 3 minutes

Add flour and salt

Stir until combined, ensuring the flour is completely incorporated using your hands if necessary (you can knead it a little in the bowl right here, just to get the flour mixed in)

Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 2 hours

Place a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet or stone

With floured hands, take the dough out of the bowl and shape into a ball – tuck the seams under the bread and place on the parchment paper

Let rest for another 30-40 minutes

Preheat the oven to 450°F

Make 2-3 criss cross slits on the top of the dough

Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown

Remove from oven and let cool before slicing