Homemade Bread
This homemade bread is soft, fluffy, and easy to prepare, perfect for sandwiches or as a side to any meal. Enjoy the warm aroma and fresh taste of freshly baked bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and sprinkle yeast on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
- Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well each time until the dough pulls away from the sides.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape into a loaf. Place in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until it doubles again.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For a crustier loaf, place a pan of water in the oven while baking to create steam.
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