Fresh Baked Bread Recipe

Baking Instructions

1. 1

   Activate 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 foamy.

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   Once the yeast mixture is foamy, add it along with olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough begins to form.

4. 4

   Knead the Dough

   Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   First Rise

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. 6

   Shape the Dough

   After the first rise, punch down the dough, turn it out onto a floured surface, and shape it into a loaf.

7. 7

   Second Rise

   Place the shaped loaf into a greased loaf pan, cover it, and let it rise for another 30-40 minutes.

8. 8

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

9. 9

   Bake the Bread

   Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

10. 10

    Cool and Serve

    Remove the bread from the oven, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.