Best 2 Country Crust Bread Recipes

Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked bread with our collection of country crust bread recipes. From the classic white loaf to hearty whole wheat and flavorful sourdough, these recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our step-by-step guides and detailed instructions will lead you to perfect loaves of country crust bread. Discover the secrets to achieving that golden-brown crust and soft, airy crumb. Along with the recipes, you'll also find helpful tips for choosing the right ingredients, mastering the kneading and shaping techniques, and creating the perfect baking environment. Embrace the joy of baking and savor the taste of homemade bread that will warm your heart and fill your home with irresistible aromas.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COUNTRY CRUST SOURDOUGH BREAD

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For many years, I've been making 45 loaves of this bread for an annual Christmas bazaar, where we feed bread and soup to over 300 folks. - Beverley Whaley, Camano Island, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 loaves (16 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup Sourdough Starter
2 large eggs. room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Melted butter

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the Sourdough Starter, eggs, sugar, oil, salt and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Shape into loaves. Place in 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Brush with butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

COUNTRY CRUST BREAD

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This is a beautiful white bread that I got off of a Homesteading Today website. This is sooo easy to make, better than store bought bread, and makes 2 loaves. Very versatile bread that has many possibilities.

Provided by Tybooty

Categories Yeast Breads

Time 3h12m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 (1/4 ounce) packages dry yeast
2 cups warm water
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup vegetable oil
6 cups flour
vegetable oil
melted butter

Steps:

Dissolve yeast in warm (105-115 degree)water, let stand for five minutes.
Add sugar, salt, eggs, 1/4 c oil, and 3 cups of flour. Mix well, and gradually add the remaining flour.
Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
Form into ball and place into a well greased bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled (1 1/2-2 hours).
Punch down, divide in half and shape into two loaves and place in well greased pans.
Grease tops, cover and let rise until doubled.
Bake at 375 for 30-35 minutes.
Remove from pans and brush with melted butter.
A few tips:.
For a quick rise: When you start the yeast to bloom, turn your oven on to the lowest setting. When yeast is bloomed, turn oven off. After placing the dough into the bowl, cover loosely with plastic wrap and place in the warm oven. It took mine 1 hour to double. Do the same thing after punching down and shaping the dough.
Make sure to really oil the pans well, including the lip of the pans, or they will stick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1894, Fat 36.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 3574, Carbohydrate 339.3, Fiber 11.6, Sugar 51.4, Protein 47.8

Tips:

Use a high-quality flour for the best results. Bread flour or all-purpose flour can be used.
Make sure the water is warm, but not hot, before adding it to the yeast. Hot water will kill the yeast and prevent the bread from rising.
Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic. This will help develop the gluten in the flour and give the bread a chewy texture.
Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1-2 hours.
Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased baking pan. Let the dough rise again for about 30 minutes.
Bake the bread in a preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Let the bread cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Country Crust Bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be used for sandwiches, toast, or just as a snack. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a little practice, you will be able to make a perfect loaf of Country Crust Bread every time.