Description
Craft delightful homemade bread with this step-by-step recipe, celebrating the art of traditional bread-making.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups Lukewarm water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sugar or Honey
- 2 tablespoons Oil or Butter
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: Combine warm water with yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Create a well in the center.
- Combine: Pour the yeast mixture into the well, followed by any oil or melted butter. Stir until the dough begins to form.
- Knead: Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise: Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and allow to rise until doubled, roughly 1-2 hours.
- Shape: Punch down the dough and form it into a loaf or desired shape.
- Second rise: Let the shaped dough rise again, covered, until puffy, typically 30-45 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
For best results, ensure your yeast is fresh and follows proper rising techniques. Experiment with flavors like herbs or cheese to make it your own.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bread, homemade bread, baking, yeast bread, comfort food