House-made Bread Loaves Recipe

Baking Instructions

1. 1

   Activate Yeast

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

2. 2

   Mix Dry Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients

   Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Knead the Dough

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

5. 5

   First Rise

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

6. 6

   Shape the Loaves

   Punch down the risen dough, divide it into two pieces, and shape each into a loaf. Place in greased loaf pans.

7. 7

   Second Rise

   Cover the loaf pans with a damp cloth and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes until doubled.

8. 8

   Preheat Oven

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

9. 9

   Bake

   Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

10. 10

    Cool

    Remove the loaves from the pans and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing.