Yeast Mixture
2 tsp yeast
1.5 tsp white sugar
1/2 cup warm water (100F, about 25 sec in microwave)

Dough Mixture
2 cups lukewarm water
5 cups all-purpose flour
5 tsp. table salt
2–4 garlic cloves, minced
optional: full handful of fresh chopped herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
optional: one tomato, thinly sliced for top of bread
6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for hands and garnish

Course, ground salt for garnish