Thursday, April 30, 2009

mmmm, bread



Love making bread, especially this one which is so easy.

Start by dissolving 1 pkg of instant yeast with 1 1/2 cups of lukewarm water.
Add 1 Tablespoon sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt, and 1/4 c. olive oil or another oil.
Then add flour 1 cup at a time until dough is tacky but not sticky. It'll be about 3 cups.
Let this rise for at least 2 hours. Then turn risen dough out on floured surface, knead a few times and add more flour as necessary to keep from sticking. Shape into 4 loaves and transfer to grease bread pans. Let these rise for at least 30 minutes, then place in a 400 degree oven. After 5 minutes turn down to 375. Let bake for about 20-25 minutes total, until bread sounds hollow when thumped. So delicious!!

2 comments:

  1. Yum, I LOVE homemade bread, I make three loaves every week! I think I might actually have a piece when I get home after reading your post:)

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  2. I've always wanted to make real bread. I've made banana, but never the real thing! You inspire!

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