BASIC WHITE BREAD - JAMES BEARD
Steps:
- Proof yeast - 1/2 cup warm water, yeast, and sugar. Put 3.75 cups into mixing bowl, add salt and blend well. Top off the proofing mixture with warm water to 1.5 cups and stir into flour. Add warm water if needed until dough forms ball that breaks away from the sides of the bowl. Knead 5-10 minutes or until the dough springs back when poked. Form dough into ball and place in buttered mixing bowl and allow to double in size - approx 2 hours (until dough does not spring back when poked). Knead approx 3 minutes and place in oval shape on board. Allow to sit 5 minutes before forming into 8 inch loaf and place in loaf pan. Cover loaf pan and allow to rise again to double in size - approx 40 minutes to 1 hour. Set over to 400 degrees F. Prior to placing dough in over, cut 1/2 inch deep line in top of loaf (either one long ways or three across), and brush top of loaf with cold water Bake 35 minutes. Test at this point if loaf is done by knocking on top and removing loaf from pan and knocking on bottom. If it needs more baking, either place the loaf directly on the oven rack for a few more minutes (if it is almost done), or place back in the hot pan and place on over rack (if it needs significantly more baking). Allow loaf to cool 2 to 3 hours. To freeze, allow loaf to cool, seal in plastic bag, and store for up to 1 month. To reheat, wrap in foil and place in 350 degree F oven for 20-40 minutes.
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Bren
[email protected]This bread is a bit too dense for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.
Bobbie Cole
[email protected]This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.
Cillian Fitzsimons
[email protected]I'm not a fan of white bread, but this recipe is an exception. It's so delicious and versatile.
Sandip Tharu
[email protected]This bread is a great value for the price. It's a great way to feed a large family or group of friends.
Syed Foysal
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover buttermilk.
Bishal Kushwaha
[email protected]This is the best white bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so soft and fluffy, and it has a wonderful flavor.
Vickie Whitaker
[email protected]I've been making this bread for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for any occasion.
Behram Khalil
[email protected]This bread is perfect for sandwiches and toast. It's also great for making croutons.
Gladys ODell
[email protected]I love the taste of this bread, but it's a lot of work to make. I only make it on special occasions.
Muzamil Jajja
[email protected]This recipe is way too complicated. I gave up halfway through.
Orlando Campistrano
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but the bread didn't rise properly. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Dipro Das
[email protected]The bread was a little dry for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.
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[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great! I'm definitely going to make it again.
Muslima Khatun
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for white bread. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Azam Boom 234
[email protected]Easy to make and delicious! I added a little bit of garlic powder and onion powder to the dough, and it turned out fantastic.
Mahabubul Alam
[email protected]I've made this bread many times and it always turns out great. It's a great basic white bread recipe that can be used for sandwiches, toast, or even French toast.
Emmanuel Omondi
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The bread came out perfectly, with a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy interior. It was also very easy to make, and I will definitely be making it again.