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, salt, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir well to evenly distribute the yeast and salt throughout the flour.
- 2
Mixing and Kneading
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough for approximately 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
First Rise
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm environment for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Shaping and Second Rise
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Transfer it to a floured surface, shape it into a loaf or desired shape.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet. Cover it again and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes until it puffs up.
Baking
- 8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Bake the Bread
Once the second rise is complete, bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Cooling
- 10
Cool the Bread
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
