Description
This homemade bread recipe is perfect for beginners and yields a delicious, crusty loaf.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1.5 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
- Gradually add warm water, stirring until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a softer crust, brush the loaf with melted butter after baking.
- Store bread in a bread box to keep it fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg