Bread Recipe

Bread Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the yeast

   In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Mix the dough

   In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and melted butter. Add the yeast mixture and milk, and mix until a dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead the dough

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

4. 4

   First rise

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

5. 5

   Shape the bread

   Punch down the risen dough and divide it into portions for buns or shape into a loaf for Texas toast. For cornbread muffins, mix in cornmeal and pour into muffin tins.

6. 6

   Second rise

   Let the shaped dough rise again for about 30 minutes until puffy.

7. 7

   Preheat oven

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

8. 8

   Bake

   Bake the buns or bread for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. For cornbread muffins, bake for 15-20 minutes.

9. 9

   Cool and serve

   Remove the bread from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve warm.