Bread Recipe

Time2h

Serves12

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Ingredients

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1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water (about 110°F/43°C) with the active dry yeast and the granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well to ensure that the salt is evenly distributed.

3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.

5
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

6
Shape the Dough
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a loaf or divide it into rolls.
7
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet or into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the dough is rising.
9
Bake the Bread
Once the dough has risen, bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

10
Cool the Bread
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.