JAMES BEARD'S BASIC HOME-STYLE BREAD
"Beard on Bread" was one of the very first cookbooks I ever purchased. I found his recipes to be quite reliable. This recipe uses less yeast than you might think is needed - the slower rise helps develop the taste of the bread. Beard describes this as a quite light bread, rather fine in texture and much enjoyed when fresh with a generous spreading of butter and preserves. Also popular for sandwiches and toast. Please note the amount of salt - Beard tended to salt a bit heavily, but I am posting as he wrote it. Posting this in response to a request.
Provided by duonyte
Categories Healthy
Time 5h45m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add the yeast to 1/2 cup of the warm milk, along with 2 tbl sugar, and stir well until the yeast in completely dissolved. Allow the yeast to proof.
- Place the remaining milk, butter and salt in a bowl. (Beard liked a lot of salt, and I would use less). Stir in the flour, 1 cup at a time, with a wooden spoon.
- After the third cup, add the yeast mixture. Continue stirring in flour until the mixture is rather firm, which should take about 4 to 5 cups.
- Remove the dough to a floured board and knead, adding more flour as necessary, until it is supple, satiny and no longer sticky.
- Butter a bowl and place the dough in it, turning to coat all sides with the fat. Cover and allow to rise in a warm, draft-free spot until doubled in bulk, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Deflate the dough by punching firmly two or three times, return to the floured board, and knead 4 to 5 minutes more.
- Divide into two equal parts and shape into loaves. Place in well-buttered 9x5x3 in loaf tins, cover, and let rise again until doubled in bulk.
- Slash the loaves with a sharp knife and brush with lightly beaten egg white or water.
- Bake in a 400 deg. oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped with the knuckles.
- Remove the loaves from the pans and put them back in the oven a few minutes longer to become crisped.
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Qismt Ali
[email protected]This is my favorite bread recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Katrina Kati
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the bread always turns out perfect.
Tina Grant
[email protected]This bread is delicious! It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.
Oluwasegun Jay jay
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches and toast. It's also great for making croutons.
Papu Soomro
[email protected]This is the best bread recipe I've ever tried. The bread is always light and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly golden brown.
Nick Mitheu
[email protected]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.
Chinedu Augustus
[email protected]This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ashley Fitzgerald
[email protected]I've been making this bread for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for any occasion.
Layan Rukmali
[email protected]This is my go-to bread recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the crispy crust and the soft, fluffy inside.
Md Saiful Isalm
[email protected]I love this recipe! The bread is always light and fluffy, with a crispy crust. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.
MD raju Mozumder
[email protected]This bread is a game-changer. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've been using it for sandwiches, toast, and even croutons. It's the perfect bread for any occasion.
Ahmed Gameing
[email protected]I'm a novice baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great. It's a delicious and versatile bread that I'll definitely be making again.
Joshua Adebisi
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly. It's the best homemade bread I've ever had. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Ephrem Z. Bereka
[email protected]This bread is so good, I could eat it every day. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own. I highly recommend this recipe!
waheed Murad
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The bread turned out amazing! It's the perfect combination of crispy and chewy.
Dezia Bryant
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The bread is delicious and easy to make. I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times. Thanks for sharing!
Mn Manik
[email protected]I've tried many bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. The bread is always light and airy, with a perfect crust. I highly recommend it!
IU Music
[email protected]This recipe was a breeze to follow, and the bread turned out beautifully. The crust was golden brown and crispy, while the inside was soft and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again!