WHITE YEAST BREAD
With this recipe you can be as creative as you wish, from simple oval loaves to plaited or braided masterpieces. Or make a whole variety of rolls, from basic round ones to more complex shapes: pretzel-type knots or, if you're feeling particularly inventive, small animals - snakes, mice, even hedgehogs!
Provided by Food Network
Time 5h
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a measuring cup, mix the sugar with a 1/2 cup of the warm water and yeast and let stand in a warm place for 5 minutes, or until frothy. If using fast-acting yeast, there is no need to let the mixture stand.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Rub in the butter, and make a well in the center. If using olive oil instead of butter, pour the olive oil into the remaining 1 1/2 cups water. Pour in the yeast mixture and most of the remaining water (and the olive oil, if using). Mix to a loose dough, adding the remaining water if needed, plus extra if necessary.
- Knead the mixture until the dough is smooth and springy to the touch, about 10 minutes. If kneading in an electric food mixer with a dough hook, 5 minutes is usually long enough.
- Put the dough in a large oiled bowl. Cover the top tightly with plastic wrap, and place somewhere warm to rise, until it is doubled in size. This may take up to 2 or even (on a cold day) 3 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- When the dough has more than doubled in size, punch down, and knead again for 2 to 3 minutes. Leave to relax for 10 minutes before you begin to shape the bread.
- Shape the bread into loaves or rolls, and then transfer to a baking tray, and cover with a clean tea or dish towel. Allow to rise again in a warm place for 20 to 30 minutes, until the shaped dough has again doubled in size. When the dough has fully risen, it should leave a dent when you gently press the dough with your finger.
- The bread is full of air at this point, and therefore very fragile, gently brush the loaf with egg wash and sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds, if using, or dust lightly with flour for a rustic-looking loaf.
- Bake in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes for a loaf, depending on its size, or 10 to 15 minutes for rolls, Turn the heat down to 400 degrees F, after 15 minutes for the remaining baking time. When baked, the bread should sound hollow when tapped on the base. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool.
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African Queen 019
[email protected]This bread is the best! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the flavor and texture of this bread.
Foxy Fan1102
[email protected]I love this bread! It's so soft and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
xyastrik Miller
[email protected]This bread is amazing! It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain. I will definitely be making this again.
Dicer Downey
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good white bread recipe for a long time and this one is perfect. The bread is so delicious and it's so easy to make.
Bulus Anthony
[email protected]This bread is the best! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love the flavor and texture of this bread.
Mst.Khadija Khatun
[email protected]I love this bread! It's so soft and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
Dipendra Joshi
[email protected]This bread is amazing! It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain. I will definitely be making this again.
Waqas Ishaq
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good white bread recipe for a long time and this one is perfect. The bread is so delicious and it's so easy to make.
Sadtz
[email protected]This bread is delicious! It's so soft and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Md fozlul sarker Babu bay
[email protected]I've been making this bread for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain.
Wanda
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. It's so easy to make and the bread always turns out perfect.
Randy Horton
[email protected]This is the best white bread recipe I've ever tried. The bread is so soft and fluffy, and it has a beautiful golden crust.
Ghulam Ali Official
[email protected]I made this bread for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again for my next party.
Basit Ahsan
[email protected]This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor and texture are amazing.
Michelle Sudduth
[email protected]I love the flavor of this bread. It's slightly sweet and has a hint of yeastiness. It's the perfect bread for everyday use.
Dahir Omar
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great. I was so happy with the results!
Jonathan Ventura
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it! It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain.
Sewajje Ismah
[email protected]This bread is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.