Fresh Breads Recipe
Artisan breads made with locally sourced ingredients.
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Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F) and honey. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
- 5
Shape the Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape into loaves or rolls as desired.
- 6
Second Rise
Place shaped dough onto a baking sheet or in loaf pans, cover, and let rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- 9
Cool
Remove bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
