BASIC BREAD - GLUTEN-FREE

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This is based on a recipe from Dr. Carol Fenster's book, Gluten-Free 101. I've included both hand and bread machine methods. The recipe as written is for a 1 pound loaf (serves 10); if quantities differ, I've noted them in parentheses separated by an "or"; 1.5 pound loaf (serves 15) or 2 pound loaf (serves 20). There are a lot of gluten-free flour blends available in stores and on food.com; the flour blend Carol uses in this recipe is recipe #391326 #391326. For the dry milk powder, Carol says do not use Carnation; use cow, rice, or soy dry milk. She also suggests you see Bread 101-a step-by-step guide for baking gluten-free bread by hand at www.glutenfree101.com; click on Recipes, then Bread Recipes, then Bread 101. Cook time doesn't include rising time. Nutrition info: calories 185; fat 2g; protein 3g; carbohydrates 40g; sodium 192mg; cholesterol 21 mg; fiber < 1g.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar, divided (4.5 teaspoons or 2 tablespoons)
1 cup water, 110 degrees F (1 1/2 cups or 2 cups)
1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour, blend (2 1/4 cups or 3 cups)
1/2 cup potato starch (1/2 cup or 3/4 cup)
1/4 cup powdered milk (1/3 cup or 1/2 cup)
1 1/2 teaspoons xanthan gum (2 t. or 3 t.)
1 teaspoon guar gum
3/4 teaspoon salt (1 t. or 1 1/4 t.)
1/4 teaspoon soy lecithin (1/2 t. or 1 t.)
1 large egg (2 or 2)
1 tablespoon butter (1 1/2 T. or 2 T.) or 1 tablespoon canola oil (1 1/2 T. or 2 T.)
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar (1/2 t. or 1 t.)

Steps:

  • HAND METHOD:.
  • Prepare pan(s) by greasing according to the bread weight you're making: 1 pound loaf uses an 8x4-inch pan, 1 ½ pound loaf uses a 9x5-inch pan, 2 pound loaf calls for two 8x4-inch pans.
  • Combine dry yeast, 2 teaspoons of the sugar, and warm water. Set aside to let yeast foam, about 5 minutes.
  • In bowl of heavy-duty stand mixer using regular beaters, not dough hook, combine yeast-mixture with remaining ingredients, including the remaining sugar.
  • Blend on medium speed for 1 minute, scraping down sides with spatula as needed.
  • Place dough in prepared pan(s). Cover lightly with foil and let rise at room temperature (75 to 80°F) until dough is level with top of pan. Rising time will vary from 45 to 60+ minutes, depending on altitude and humidity.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F Using sharp knife, make three diagonal slashes 1/8-inch deep in loaf so steam can escape during baking.
  • Bake 55 to 65 minutes, or until nicely browned and internal temperature is 205°F on an instant-read thermometer. Do not underbake. Cover with foil tent after 20 minutes of baking to reduce overbrowning.
  • BREAD MACHINE METHOD:.
  • Follow bread machine instructions, making sure machine is appropriate size for recipe. Carol shisks dry ingredients together (including yeast) and adds to pan. She then whisks liquid ingredients together (water at room temperature) and pours carefully over dry ingredients.
  • Set controls and bake. Carol uses the "Normal" setting.

Debbie Slaughter
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. I'm so happy I found it.


Drew Farris
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This is the best gluten-free bread recipe I've tried. It's so easy to make and it tastes great.


Bushra meer Bushra
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I've made this bread several times now, and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Karlo Valentak
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This bread is a lifesaver. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Adam Revis
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow, and the bread turns out perfect every time.


Nora Mabunda
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This recipe is a game-changer for me. I've been looking for a good gluten-free bread recipe for years, and this one is finally it. Thank you!


Kaleb montgomery
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Wow! This bread is delicious. I can't believe it's gluten-free.


Faiz Gondal
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This is the best gluten-free bread I've ever had. It's so light and fluffy, and it has a great flavor. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Anita Tiwari
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The bread turned out perfectly, and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Arshad Jani
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This bread is amazing! I can't believe it's gluten-free. It's so soft and fluffy, and it tastes just like regular bread.


Wali Romeo
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I've tried so many gluten-free bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so light and fluffy, and it has a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


M saifal Fraz
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This gluten-free bread recipe is a lifesaver! It's so hard to find good gluten-free bread that doesn't taste like cardboard, but this one is delicious. It's also really easy to make, which is a huge bonus.