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#13 Homemade easy bread

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#13 Homemade easy bread

Ingredients 

Proofing Yeast

  • 2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ½ Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 cups warm water , at 105°F

Bread

  • ¼ cup melted butter , plus 1 Tablespoon for brushing on top
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • 1 Tablespoon Kosher salt
  • 6-7 cups bread flour, or all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon shortening , or butter

Optional topping: Butter and Jam

#13 Homemade easy bread

  • Warm water: The water temperature is key. If it’s too hot, it will kill the yeast. I like to keep it around 105°F.
  • Active dry yeast: A sourdough bread starter is not needed for this, we are using commercial yeast. Check the expiration on your yeast, if it’s old, your bread will not rise.
  • Granulated sugar: This adds the perfect sweetness.
  • Butter: The butter adds the perfect flavor.
  • Salt: The salt will bring all the flavors together.
  • Evaporated milk: This is the secret ingredient that really adds the perfect flavor and tenderness. You can substitute with milk if needed.
  • Flour: I’ve made this recipe with bread and all-purpose flour, both will work well. Be careful not to add too much, add slowly at the end.

#13 Homemade easy bread

How To Make Bread

Follow these step by step instructions and tips on how to form your homemade bread for best results.

  • Proof the yeast: Let the yeast bubble up in warm water. You want the yeast mixture to be foamy and dissolved before you add to the flour.
  • Mix together: Add a little more flour and keep mixing until the dough comes off the edge of the mixer. You know it’s done when your finger no longer sticks to the dough.
  • First rise: While you’re letting the dough rise, cover the bowl with a warm towel and set by a window. You can also turn the oven to 175°F and then turn it off. Then place the bowl inside the oven and let it rise there. Make sure the dough has doubled in size before touching it.
  • Shape the dough: When the dough is ready to be formed, punch the dough and then cut in half to make two loaves on a lightly floured surface. Press the dough down removing any air bubbles and start kneading for a couple minutes. Form a loaf and tuck the ends under.
  • Second rise: Stick the two loves in bread pans and then let the dough rise until it has doubled in size or formed the perfect size bread.
  • Bake: Then it’s ready to bake! Bake until golden brown and then butter the tops.
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