EASY CRUSTY FRENCH BREAD

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I had no idea how easy good french bread is to make. The key is having a good standing mixer.

Provided by Cari Butler

Categories     Savory Breads

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg active dry yeast
1 c warm water (hot from tap)
1 tsp salt
3 1/2 c flour
1 tsp vinegar
2 tsp sugar (seperate)

Steps:

  • 1. proof the yeast by adding 1/4 cup water with 1 pkg of yeast and 1 tsp of sugar
  • 2. In stand up mixer add, 2 1/2 cups flour, sugar, and salt.
  • 3. Using paddle attachment stir till mixed.
  • 4. Add yeast (yeast should have a layer of foam to ensure that it's active)
  • 5. Mix in mixer with paddle attachment for 5 -7 minutes. Gradually add more flour until consistency resembles something like slime, or flarp... It will be wet, but if you stop the mixer and lift the attachment the dough should pull off of it fairly easily.
  • 6. pour dough into a greased bowl and set to rise in a warm area till doubled
  • 7. Preheat oven to 350 * Turn dough out on floured surface and add a little more flour if necessary. Shape into baguettes and place on a baking sheet. Score the tops with a sharp knife.
  • 8. Mix together 1 tsp of water with 1 tsp of vinegar and brush over top of dough. Bake for 10 minutes and brush again with the water/vinegar mixture. Continue baking until tops are golden and bread sounds hollow when you tap or thump it. Take out and Enjoy!

Liaquat Ali Mangrio
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This is the best French bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing.


Tarek Mahmoud
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I love this recipe! The bread is so crusty and flavorful. It's perfect for sandwiches and toast.


Jacob Montes
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This bread is delicious! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. It's perfect for any occasion.


Faysal Kobir
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This recipe is easy to follow and the bread turns out perfect every time. I love the crispy crust and the soft, chewy inside.


Umm-e-Sumya Imran
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This bread is amazing! It's so crispy and flavorful. I love the smell of it baking in the oven. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.


Tika Magar
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm not a great baker, but I was able to make this bread with ease. It turned out perfectly and my family loved it. I'll definitely be making this bread again.


Aubrey Bahr
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I made this bread for my family and they loved it! It was so easy to make and it turned out perfect. The crust was crispy and the inside was soft and fluffy. We ate it all in one sitting!


Brie Valeh
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This bread was delicious! The crust was crispy and the inside was soft and fluffy. I loved the flavor and the smell of the bread baking in the oven. It was perfect for sandwiches and toast.


mdrana msrana
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This recipe is a keeper! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the bread and asked me for the recipe. It's definitely going to be my go-to French bread recipe from now on.


Majhad Shah
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I've tried many French bread recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so simple to make and the results are always amazing. I love the crispy crust and the soft, chewy inside.


Ghulam Muhammand
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This French bread recipe is a winner! The crust was perfectly crispy and the inside was soft and fluffy. It was easy to make and didn't take long at all. I'll definitely be making this again.