Preheat oven to 400°F.

Measure warm water into large bowl. Sprinkle in yeast, stir until dissolved. Add salt and butter. Add flour and stir until well blended. Dough will be sticky. Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover, let rise in warm place until doubled in bulk, approximately 1 hour.

Turn dough on floured board. Divide into 2 equal portions. Roll each into an oblong 15x10 inches. Beginning at wide side, roll tightly towards you. Seal edges by pinching together. Taper ends by rolling gently back and forth.

Brush generously with water. Place in hot oven and after 15 minutes reduce temperature to 350°F. Continue baking for another 15 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature of loaf reads 190°F.