CUBAN BREAD
Cuban Bread is the standard bread choice for making Cuban Sandwiches. It's a dense loaf that's similar to French Bread or a rustic Italian baguette. Lard is the traditional fat used in making Cuban Bread that gives it its great taste. Some cooks prefer shortening or canola oil because they're easier to find. And that's OK if...
Provided by Vickie Parks
Categories Savory Breads
Time 2h25m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. FOR THE STARTER / THE NIGHT BEFORE: Combine starter ingredients in a small bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and place in a cool spot for about 12 hours.
- 2. FOR THE BREAD: In the bowl of a large standing mixer fitted with dough hook, add water, salt, sugar, lard, yeast and the starter (using a spatula to scrape all of the starter into the mixer bowl).
- 3. Add the 3.5 cups of flour, and mix the dough for 10 minutes on medium. The dough should come clean from the sides of the bowl. If it does not, add a bit more flour (about 2 Tbsp at a time) as needed. Let rise until doubled, about 1.5 hours.
- 4. Punch the dough down (or turn the mixer on for 30 seconds). Remove the blade and let rise until doubled in volume, about an hour. Cover with cloth so it doesn't dry out.
- 5. Divide dough into 2 even portions.
- 6. Take one portion and pat it flat with your hand. It shouldn't stick if the dough is the right consistency. Next, fold it in half, lengthwise. Roll it into a long tube-like loaf, making sure both ends are rounded. Repeat with remaining dough to make an additional tube-like loaf.
- 7. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a standard cooking sheet and dust lightly with the cornmeal; set baking sheet aside.
- 8. Soak twine in cool water for a few minutes then squeeze out excess water. Slightly press the damp twine into the top of each loaf (it should be slightly imbedded but still visible and not fully buried into the dough). Flip the loaves over, on top of the twine, and let them rest about 20 minutes. (If you use metal skewers, slightly press the skewers into the top of the loaves, then flip them over). Let the loaves rest for about 20 minutes.
- 9. Place both loaves on baking sheet, twine/skewer side up. Bake, with the twine/skewer left in the dough, for about 25 minutes for 2 loaves or until lightly browned on top and the loaves sound hollow when lightly tapped on the bottom. Let loaves stand 3 to 4 minutes, then carefully remove the twine (or skewer). This will give the loaves a distinct ridge that's a unique characteristic of traditional Cuban Bread. Then transfer loaves to rack to cool completely.
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Sangwooah Cherry
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this Cuban bread recipe. It's the best Cuban bread I've ever had.
Solwan Turky
[email protected]This Cuban bread is delicious. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches and Cuban sandwiches. It's also great for just eating plain.
Diaconu Cristi
[email protected]I love this Cuban bread recipe. It's so easy to make and the bread always turns out perfect. I highly recommend it.
Acme Accy family
[email protected]This Cuban bread is perfect. It's crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The flavor is also amazing.
Bonou Herve peter
[email protected]I'm not normally a fan of Cuban bread, but this recipe changed my mind. This bread is so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing. I'll definitely be making this bread again.
Shalika Lakshani
[email protected]This Cuban bread is the real deal. It's just like the bread I had when I was growing up in Cuba.
Francis Godsend
[email protected]I've been looking for a good Cuban bread recipe for a long time, and I'm so glad I finally found this one. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, Cuban sandwiches, and even just eating plain.
The great Been Adam
[email protected]This Cuban bread is a must-try. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The bread is soft and fluffy, and the flavor is perfect.
Salman Sajid
[email protected]I'm so happy I tried this Cuban bread recipe. It's the best Cuban bread I've ever had. The crust is crispy and the inside is soft and fluffy. I will definitely be making this bread again.
Lucia Wiafe
[email protected]This Cuban bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is out of this world.
Ali Mobiles
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this Cuban bread recipe. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches and Cuban sandwiches. It's also great for just eating plain.
Juliet Agnes
[email protected]This Cuban bread recipe is a game-changer. It's so easy to make and the bread is absolutely delicious. I'm never going back to store-bought Cuban bread again.
Hafezz Khan
[email protected]I've tried many Cuban bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to make and the bread is delicious.
Xaawo Ahmed
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for Cuban bread. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Desroy Black
[email protected]I love making this Cuban bread recipe. It's so easy and the bread always turns out perfect.
Gaming SD
[email protected]This Cuban bread is the best I've ever had. It's so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing.
jarin alam
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this Cuban bread recipe without any problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.
Itz nancy Diamond
[email protected]I've been making this Cuban bread recipe for years and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, Cuban sandwiches, or just eating plain.
Kamran shah
[email protected]This Cuban bread recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the bread is absolutely delicious. I love the crispy crust and the soft, fluffy interior.