Description
A simple and comforting bread recipe that anyone can make at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture.
- 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 for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place it in a greased loaf pan and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
- You can substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based oil.
- Add herbs or seeds for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy bread recipes, homemade bread, simple bread recipe