Side Of Country Loaf Recipe
A warm, rustic country loaf with a crisp crust and soft, airy interior, perfect for pairing with any meal.
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Ingredients
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Country Loaf Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (not too hot) with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Once the yeast is frothy, add it along with the olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Loaf
Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
- 7
Second Rise
Cover the loaf and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Bake
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- 10
Cool
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
