Mix the dough using either

Bread Machine dough setting;

or by hand, place the dough in a covered bowl or proving basket and leaving the dough to rise until doubled in size.

Flatten the dough by folding it out and kneading it gently into a ball

Shape the dough into a flattened oval

Dampen the surface with water, sprinkle with poppy seeds and dust with flour

You can personalise the finish by using a sharp blade to slice the top surface with 4 or 5 slashes in your own style

Cover and leave in a warm place to rise until again doubled in size. Meanwhile switch on the oven 200°C (Conventional oven) or 190°C (Fan oven)

Bake in the over for 25 minutes.

Place on a cooling rack and allow to cool before slicing