Description
A simple and delightful homemade bread recipe that fills your home with warmth and tantalizing aromas.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add the olive oil, salt, and flour gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the risen dough gently and shape it into a loaf, placing it in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and enjoy your delicious homemade bread!
Notes
For variations, try adding herbs, seeds, or cheese to the dough.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bread, homemade, baking, easy recipe, vegetarian