Breads Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the dough

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. Add the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rye flour, milk, butter, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.

2. 2

   Knead the dough

   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If making gluten-free bread, replace all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour and add xanthan gum.

3. 3

   First rise

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.

4. 4

   Shape the bread

   Punch down the risen dough, then shape it into loaves or rolls as desired. For English muffins, flatten into rounds.

5. 5

   Second rise

   Place shaped loaves or rounds on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 30-60 minutes.

6. 6

   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 on the bottom.

7. 7

   Cool and serve

   Remove from oven, let cool on wire racks, and slice as desired.