Description
This easy homemade bread recipe yields a soft and delicious loaf, perfect for sandwiches or enjoying fresh with butter. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create the aroma of freshly baked bread in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture.
- Gradually mix in the flour 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 with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the bread to cool before slicing.
Notes
For added flavor, try incorporating herbs or garlic into the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes