Best 3 Dans Old Fashioned White Bread Recipes

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**Dans Old Fashioned White Bread: A Journey Through Time and Taste**

In the realm of classic American breads, Dans Old Fashioned White Bread stands tall with its enduring popularity and timeless appeal. With a history rooted in tradition and a flavor that evokes a sense of nostalgia, this bread has captured the hearts of generations. Its simple ingredients, including flour, water, yeast, sugar, salt, and butter, come together in perfect harmony to create a loaf that is both comforting and versatile. Whether you enjoy it toasted with butter and jam for breakfast, piled high with your favorite sandwich fillings for lunch, or simply savor its soft crumb and delicate crust on its own, Dans Old Fashioned White Bread promises a delightful culinary experience.

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GRANDMA VANDOREN'S WHITE BREAD



Grandma VanDoren's White Bread image

What Grandma used to make! Our family's favorite. The recipe was never written down (that I know of) until she shared it with me when she was in her 90's.

Provided by Marilyn VanDoren Sim

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     White Bread Recipes

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups warm water
3 tablespoons active dry yeast
3 teaspoons salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup white sugar
8 cups bread flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, salt, oil, sugar, and 4 cups flour. Mix thoroughly, and let sponge rise until doubled in size.
  • Gradually add about 4 cups flour, kneading until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl, and turn several times to coat. Cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled.
  • Punch down the dough, let it rest a few minutes. Divide dough into three equal parts. Shape into loaves, and place in three 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch greased bread pans. Let rise until almost doubled.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 45 minutes. The loaves may need to be covered for the last few minutes with foil to prevent excess browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 195.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

DAN'S OLD FASHIONED WHITE BREAD



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This is a rich, old-fashioned white bread I've improved on from my grandmother. It is a must to make several batches because this bread just disappears around people.

Provided by Dano_77

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     White Bread Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups milk
⅓ cup white sugar
⅓ cup honey
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
6 cups bread flour, or as needed - divided
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup butter, softened

Steps:

  • Pour milk in a heatproof bowl, and gently warm in a microwave oven set on Low until milk is about 100 degrees F (38 degrees C), about 15 seconds. Mix in the sugar and honey, and stir to dissolve. Mix in the yeast, and let stand until the yeast activates and forms a creamy layer on the milk, about 15 minutes.
  • Place 4 cups of bread flour and the salt into the mixing bowl of a stand mixer; pour in the yeast mixture, and mix on slow speed with a mixing paddle until thoroughly combined, about 1 minute; dough will be very wet. Add the butter, and mix in the remaining 2 cups of bread flour, or as needed, until the dough begins to gather itself into a ball. Change the fitting from the mixing paddle to a dough hook, and machine-knead the dough until smooth and springy, about 4 minutes.
  • Transfer the dough onto a well-floured work surface, and knead until you see the surface of the dough begin to break during folding and kneading. Roll dough into a ball, and place into a lightly floured large bowl. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel, and set into a warm place to rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Spray 2 9x5-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
  • Punch down the dough, remove to the floured surface, and knead for 2 more minutes; cut the dough in half with a sharp knife. Form the dough into logs, adding more flour if necessary, and place the loaves into the sprayed pans. Cover the pans with a kitchen towel, and place into a warm place to rise until doubled, about 1 more hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place the bread loaves into the preheated oven, and turn the heat down to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake until the tops are golden brown and the loaves make a hollow sound when thumped, about 25 minutes. Cool the pans on baking racks for about 5 minutes before turning the bread loaves out to finish cooling on racks. Cover the loaves with a kitchen towel as they cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 178.8 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

KITTENCAL'S OLD FASHIONED WHITE BREAD



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This recipe goes back years and I still make it today, the dough is a pleasure to work with and always produces a soft high delicious loaf of bread --- sometimes it's not the ingredients but the method used, I have been baking bread for long enough to know all the secrets, follow the directions and I think you will be very pleased with this bread! --- Canadian members use all purpose white flour, for U.S. members use white bread flour --- I suggest to make this with a heavy-duty stand mixer but if you do not have one this can be made by hand --- just a tip, to create a perfect rising temperature for yeast bread/buns, just before you start making the recipe turn your stove on to 200 degrees F and leave it on for a couple of minutes then turn it off, you can rise your dough in the oven, works every time, but don't forget to turn the oven off or you will have to rise it at room temperature lol! --- this dough can be used for many different recipes, it makes a wonderful cinnamon-raisin swirl bread --- for pan greasing see my recipe#78579

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 (8x4-inch) bread

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 -6 cups white flour (or as needed)
3 tablespoons shortening, room temperature (or use 3 tablespoons lard)
1 1/4 cups warm water
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon dry yeast

Steps:

  • Fit a heavy-duty stand mixer with kneader blade.
  • In a small saucepan scald 1/2 cup milk with 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons salt until very warm stirring with a spoon until no sugar or salt granules remain; set aside until luke-warm (for faster cooling place in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes on your top fridge shelf).
  • Place 4 cups white flour and 3 tablespoons shortening (or lard) in the stainless steel mixing bowl along with the warm milk mixture; cover bowl with a towel to keep the milk warm.
  • In a cup mix together 1-1/4 cups warm water with 2 teaspoons sugar, mix with a spoon until the sugar is dissolved; add in 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon dry yeast, stir with a spoon for about 15 seconds.
  • Place a towel over the cup and proof for about 8-10 minutes or until foamy.
  • Place the water/yeast mixture in the bowl.
  • Start mixing/kneading add in more flour as needed to create a soft smooth dough (about 8 minutes).
  • Remove the dough to a very lightly floured surface; cover with a clean tea towel and let rest for about 5-8 minutes.
  • Gather up the dough and shape into a ball, then place in a large well greased bowl.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour (I use my oven!).
  • Punch down the dough and place on a surface.
  • Using hands (not a rolling pin) flatten to a 10 x 14-inch rectangle (trust me this dough will shape beautifully, no need for a rolling pin!).
  • Roll the dough up tightly then seal the long seam.
  • Using a knife slice off the dough ends just enough to fit into your 8x4-inch pan, then pinch the dough ends together to seal (you can shape the two ends in a ball and freeze to make buns or discard the dough).
  • Place in a dark metal 8 x 4-inch bread pan.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 30-40 minutes or until doubled.
  • Bake in a 375 degree oven for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Tips:

  • Activate the yeast properly: Proof the yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar before adding it to the dough. This will ensure that the yeast is active and will help the bread rise properly.
  • Knead the dough thoroughly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives the bread its structure and texture. Knead the dough for at least 5-7 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough should rise in a warm place, about 75-80°F, for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. This will allow the yeast to work its magic and produce carbon dioxide gas, which will cause the bread to rise.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature: Bake the bread at a high temperature, 375°F, for about 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Conclusion:

Dan's Old Fashioned White Bread is a simple, yet delicious, bread recipe that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a soft and fluffy bread or a crusty bread, this recipe is sure to please. So, next time you are looking for a classic white bread recipe, give Dan's Old Fashioned White Bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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