City Loafers Recipe
Freshly baked bread served with a selection of dips.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Dips
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape the Loaf
Once risen, punch down the dough to release air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- 6
Second Rise
Cover the loaf with the damp cloth again and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- 7
Bake the Bread
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the loaf has risen, bake it for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- 8
Cool the Bread
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dips Preparation
- 9
Prepare Hummus
If using store-bought hummus, simply place it in a serving bowl. If making homemade, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil until smooth.
- 10
- 11
Prepare Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Blend roasted red peppers, cream cheese, garlic, and spices until smooth.
- 12
Prepare Olive Oil with Balsamic Vinegar
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 13
Garnish with Fresh Herbs
Chop fresh herbs of your choice and sprinkle them over the dips for added flavor and presentation.