Description
A simple and comforting bread recipe perfect for beginners.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
- Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For gluten-free bread, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- For a sweeter bread, add honey instead of sugar.
- Use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy bread recipes for beginners