Bread & Butter Recipe
Make Bread & Butter Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
Butter Ingredients
Method
Bread Directions
- 1
Prepare the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until the dough begins to come together.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 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 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Dough
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 with a cloth and allow it to rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 8
Bake the Bread
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- 9
Cool the Bread
Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Butter Directions
- 10
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a medium bowl, soften the unsalted butter at room temperature. Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt, mixing until well combined.
- 11
Shape the Butter
Transfer the garlic butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper, shape it into a log, and wrap it tightly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
