FRENCH LOAVES

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My kids love to help me make this delicious bread recipe. It's quite easy, and they enjoy the fact that they can be eating fresh bread in less than two hours! -Denise Boutin, Grand Isle, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
4-1/2 to 5 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon cornmeal

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add salt, sugar and 2 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, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the 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 12-in.-long loaves., Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Preheat oven to 450°. Sprinkle loaves with cornmeal. With a sharp knife, make four shallow slashes across the top of each loaf. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Khalid Bashmel
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I love French bread, so I can't wait to try this recipe.


Hla Min
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I've never made French bread before, but I'm excited to give it a try with this recipe.


Gaby Mitash
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I'm not really a baker, but this recipe looks easy enough for me to try.


sk imn
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I'm not sure how this recipe is going to turn out, but I'm excited to find out.


Bushra Khatoon
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I'm not a big fan of French bread, but I'm willing to give this recipe a try.


Sandy Chaney
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This recipe looks a little complicated, but I'm up for the challenge.


Hridoy Gemar
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients, but I'm definitely going to try to make this recipe.


LILIAN CHINENYENWA
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This recipe is definitely on my to-cook list. It looks amazing!


Mazwi Majozi
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so easy and delicious.


Amber Talha
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These loaves are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, fluffy, and delicious.


Fun Ghoul
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes.


Karla Gutierrez
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This recipe is a keeper! The loaves were so easy to make and they turned out absolutely delicious.


Ella Dreames
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I'm definitely going to make these loaves again. I think they would be perfect for a picnic or a potluck.


Precious Oluebube
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Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The loaves were a little dense, but they had a nice flavor.


MERLIN Media TV
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These loaves were a bit too bland for me, but I think they would be great if I added some herbs or spices to the dough.


Nabimanya Phillip
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The loaves came out a little too dense for my taste, but I think I might have overmixed the dough.


Odika Ebenezer
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It only requires a few ingredients and it's so easy to make.


Bagumpe Jeff Myco Ssejjemba
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These loaves are the perfect addition to any meal. They're great for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on their own.


Khiya Arkell
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


Static John
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The loaves turned out perfectly golden and crusty, and the inside was soft and fluffy. My guests raved about them.