This recipe for easy homemade bread is perfect for beginners. It is simple to follow and produces a delicious and crusty loaf of bread that everyone will love.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 2 cups of milk at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons softened butter
- 6 cups bread flour
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes, until the yeast is foamy.
- Add the milk, salt, butter, and 4 cups of flour. Stir until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
- Shape each half into a loaf and place in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Cover the pans with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Bake the loaves for 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing and slicing.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of skim milk.
- To make the bread more crusty, bake it in a preheated Dutch oven.
- To add some extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese or chopped herbs to the dough.
- For a fun twist, try making cinnamon raisin bread by adding 1/2 cup of cinnamon sugar and 1/2 cup of raisins to the dough.
Enjoy!
This recipe is a great starting point for anyone who wants to learn how to make homemade bread. With a little practice, you’ll be able to create delicious and beautiful loaves of bread that your family and friends will love.