Freshly Baked Breads And Creamy Butter Recipe
Make Freshly Baked Breads And Creamy Butter Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Breads
Creamy Butter
Method
Breads
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tbsp). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tsp) on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tbsp).
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil (2 tbsp). Mix until the dough starts to come together.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or divide into smaller rolls if desired.
- 7
Second Rise
Place shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 8
Bake the Bread
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- 9
Cool the Bread
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Creamy Butter
- 10
Soften the Butter
Allow unsalted butter (1 cup) to sit at room temperature until softened, about 30 minutes.
- 11
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine softened butter, garlic powder (1 tsp), chopped fresh parsley (2 tbsp), and salt (to taste).
- 12
Whip the Butter
Using a fork or a hand mixer, whip the mixture until well combined and creamy.
- 13
Serve
Transfer the creamy butter to a serving dish and serve alongside the freshly baked bread.