3 c. all purpose flour
2 c. hot water
2 (1/4 oz.) pkg. active dry yeast
1 tbsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 1/2 lb. sweet Italian sausage

Place flour into bowl and set aside. Place the hot water into a bowl and add the yeast. Stir well until the yeast is melted. Pour the mixture into the flour. Add the remaining ingredients except the sausage. Mix well. Remove to a floured area of board and knead for 5 minutes. Return to bowl, cover with a clean clot and set aside to a warm place for 1 hour.

Remove from bowl and knead again for 5 minutes. Return to bowl, cover with clean cloth and set in warm place into a large bowl separating with fingers. Divide into 2 equal parts. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Remove the dough and divide into 2 equal parts. Using a rolling ping, roll out first part dough, making it about 15 inches in diameter. Repeat to second dough. Spread sausage on dough, then repeat to second piece of dough. Fold over to form a roll with the dough. Place into a 16 inch pan and bake for 30-35 minutes. Makes 2 loaves.