Bread Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
- 2
Dough Formation
- 3
Create Dough
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Using a wooden spoon, stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Proofing and Baking
- 5
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Bread
Once risen, punch down the dough to release excess air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased bread pan.
- 7
Second Rise
Cover the shaped loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30 minutes, until it rises above the edge of the pan.
- 8
Preheat Oven
While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Bake the Bread
Once the second rise is complete, place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- 10
Cool the Bread
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.