Are you longing for the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked white bread, crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside? Baking your own bread at home can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience, and with the help of a bread machine, it's easier than ever. In this insightful guide, we'll embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for creating a perfect 1 1/2 lb loaf of white bread using your trusty bread machine. We'll delve into the essential ingredients, precise measurements, and step-by-step instructions to ensure a baking triumph. Whether you're a seasoned bread-making enthusiast or a novice baker looking to expand your culinary skills, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the knowledge and techniques you need to achieve bread-baking excellence.
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WHITE BREAD FOR THE BREAD MACHINE
White Bread for the bread machine. Plain, simple, gets the job done, and is good.
Provided by Diana Penning
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes
Time 3h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place water, sugar, salt, oil, bread flour and yeast into pan of bread machine.
- Bake on White Bread setting. Cool on wire racks before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 292.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
BASIC WHITE BREAD 1 1/2 LB LOAF
Great small loaf of light airy white bread. Great for sandwiches, toast, etc. Let your bread machine do the hard work but bake in a bread pan in your oven for a better looking loaf. I use a 4 1/2" x 8 1/2" pan because I like it to rise high above the pan but you can use a 5" x 9" pan if you prefer a loaf that isn't as tall. For a great bun recipe try my "Hamburger Buns, Hotdog Buns, or Dinner Rolls" http://www.food.com/recipe/hamburger-buns-hotdog-buns-or-dinner-rolls-532275 recipe also on this site.
Provided by rdtripp
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h5m
Yield 1 1 1/2 lb loaf
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Place the water into the bread machine pan.
- 2. Add sugar and oil to water and stir to dissolve sugar. Add yeast to the water and stir to dissolve.
- 3. Allow the yeast to foam for 10 minutes.
- 4. Mix together flour and salt and add to bread machine pan.
- 5. Select the dough cycle and press start and allow to complete full cycle including first rise.
- 6. Always check your dough mid way through the kneading cycle and adjust with either water or flour for proper consistency. The dough will sometimes have to be adjusted due to humidity, temperature, and variations in flour.
- 7. Spray an 8 ½" x 4 ½" bread pan with cooking spray.
- When dough cycle is complete transfer dough to lightly floured surface and gently deflate.
- Knead 6 or 8 times, turning 90 degrees each time.
- Shape the dough into an 8" log.
- Place the log in a lightly greased 8 1/2" x 4 1/2" loaf pan, cover the pan loosely with parchment paper or lightly greased plastic wrap, and allow the bread to rise for 45 to 60 minutes or until ripe. Dough is ready to bake when your index finger pressed into the dough up to first joint leaves a mark that rebounds slowly. It will rise pretty high using a 4 1/2" x 8 1/2" pan. Towards the end of the rise, preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Brush with half the melted butter. Bake the bread for 30 to 35 minutes, until it's light golden brown. Test it for doneness by removing it from the pan and thumping it on the bottom (it should sound hollow), or by measuring its interior temperature with a digital thermometer (it should register 190°F at the center of the loaf).
- Remove the bread from the oven. Brush with remaining melted butter. Remove from pan and cool it on a rack before slicing. Store the bread in a plastic bag at room temperature for several days; freeze for longer storage.
BEST BREAD MACHINE BREAD
This recipe is easy and foolproof. It makes a very soft and tasty loaf of bread with a flaky crust.
Provided by SHECOOKS2
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the water, sugar and yeast in the pan of the bread machine. Let the yeast dissolve and foam for 10 minutes. Add the oil, flour and salt to the yeast. Select Basic or White Bread setting, and press Start.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 195.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
WHITE BREAD 1 1/2 LB BREAD MACHINE LOAF
Make and share this White Bread 1 1/2 Lb Bread Machine Loaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dsthings
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 3h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place ingredients in bread machine in the order listed.
- Run it on standard loaf setting.
- Butter crust right out of machine.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your bread the best flavor and texture. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
- Follow the recipe carefully: Bread making is a precise process, so it's important to follow the recipe carefully. If you're new to bread making, it's a good idea to measure your ingredients accurately and follow the instructions step-by-step.
- Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough is an important step in bread making. It helps to develop the gluten in the flour, which gives the bread its structure. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough needs to rise in a warm place in order to double in size. If you don't have a warm place, you can preheat your oven to the lowest setting and then turn it off. Place the dough in the oven with the door closed.
- Bake the bread at the correct temperature: The temperature of the oven is important for baking bread. If the oven is too hot, the bread will brown too quickly and the inside will be undercooked. If the oven is too cool, the bread will not rise properly.
Conclusion:
Baking bread at home is a rewarding experience. With a little practice, you can make delicious, fresh bread that is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own. So next time you're looking for something to do, why not try baking a loaf of bread? You might just be surprised at how easy it is.
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