Description
This simple bread recipe is perfect for beginners. It uses basic ingredients and straightforward steps to create fresh, homemade bread.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add olive oil, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf in a greased bread pan and let it rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Ensure the water is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast.
- Use a kitchen towel to cover the dough while it rises.
- Don’t rush the rising time; it helps develop flavor.
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: simple bread recipe, homemade bread, beginner bread recipe