Description
Easy Homemade Bread is a delightful experience that fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma. This simple recipe yields a golden crust and soft, pillowy interior that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or solo indulgence, this bread can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as the base for your favorite sandwiches. With minimal ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to create this comforting staple.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix warm water and sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Let It Rise: Place in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, place in a greased pan, and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with whole wheat flour or add herbs and cheese for unique flavors. For storage, keep bread in a paper bag at room temperature; reheat slices in a toaster or wrapped in foil in the oven.