To a stand mixer with a dough hook or large bowl add the following in this order: water, olive oil, salt, bread flour, sugar, and yeast.

Turn the mixer on low and let mix until well combined. Then, kick up the speed just a notch or two and let it knead for 5 minutes. If you are doing this without the mixer,  blend well with a wooden spoon, dump onto a floured surface, and then knead by hand for 5 minutes.

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl. Cover with a light towel and put in a warm place. If your house is cold, try putting it in your oven with the light on. Just don’t forget it’s in there! Let the dough rise until doubled (1 - 2 hours).

Punch it down and place the dough into 2 well-greased loaf pans, or in a large bread pan. If using a USA Pullman loaf pan, do NOT grease.

Place a lightweight towel over the pan and let it sit until doubled in size again, which will vary depending on how warm your kitchen is, but mine took 1 hour. 

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and then bake your bread for about 30 - 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 190 degrees F and the top is golden brown. 

Remove the bread from the oven and immediately remove it from the pan to let cool on a cooling rack. Then, take a stick of butter and generously rub the top of the loaf.

I know you are doing to want to dive right in, but letting it cool before cutting it open will result in the best texture. Enjoy!