Baked To Order House Bread Recipe

Baked to Order House Bread

1. 1

   Prepare the Dough

   In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. 2

   Mix the Dry Ingredients

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

3. 3

   Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

   Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with the olive oil. Mix until a dough starts to form.

4. 4

   Knead the Dough

   Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   First Rise

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

6. 6

   Shape the Bread

   Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller rolls.

7. 7

   Second Rise

   Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Preheat the Oven

   While the dough is rising, 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 about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

10. 10

    Prepare Chimichurri Butter

    In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with chimichurri sauce until well combined.

11. 11

    Serve

    Once the bread is done baking, let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with chimichurri butter and a drizzle of local honey on the side.