SUPER SANDWICH BREAD (PAIN DE MIE) (LEVAIN BAKERY)
Pain De Mie (French) literally means 'Sandwich loaf'. Equivalent of a Pullman loaf but not as sweet as American sandwich bread. Levain Bakery is located on New York City's Upper West side but it bakes with a distinct French accent. Co-founded by two friends who had worked in the fashion and finance industries, the bakery has won kudos from Zagat and others for its artisanal methods and the authentic flavors of its breads and pastries. Time does not include rise-time. We've not tried the recipe yet, but it's put here for safe keeping. NOTE: We plan on re-inventing this recipe shortly and getting it right. Many thanks to jujubegirl, for her insightful review. You can view the original recipe here: http://www.levainbakery.com/baking/recipies/pain-de-mie-super-sandwich-bread.aspx
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put yeast and warm water in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until creamy. Set aside for 1-2 minutes.
- Using a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment, combine the flour and salt. While mixing on low speed, gradually add in the cut-up butter and buttermilk. Then add in the cool water as needed to form smooth dough. TIP: When first combining water and flour, its essential to create dough with the right consistency. If dough is too wet and sticky, add a bit more flour. If dough is too dry and hard, add a bit more cool water.
- Continue mixing for 5 to 8 minutes until dough is elastic. Remove mixing bowl from stand. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in the refrigerator for 8 to 24 hours.
- After dough has risen, lightly grease two 8-inch loaf pans. Divide risen dough in half and form each piece into a rectangular loaf shape. Place shaped loaves into prepared pans. Dust the tops of the dough with flour and cover the loaf pans loosely with plastic wrap. Let the dough proof for 8-24 hours in the refrigerator.
- When dough has done proofing, preheat the oven to 375°F Lightly flour the top of each loaf. With a razor blade or very sharp knife, score the top of each loaf diagonally 3 times. Place the sheet pan in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2700.1, Fat 103.3, SaturatedFat 60.9, Cholesterol 253.6, Sodium 3539, Carbohydrate 79.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 11.8, Protein 371.5
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Suman Suman
[email protected]This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavor is amazing.
Nakazibwe Jojo Josephine
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow. I'm really happy with how the bread turned out.
previous Anthony
[email protected]This bread is perfect for any occasion. I've served it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Albert Ngiyimbere
[email protected]I'm really impressed with this bread. It's so light and fluffy.
Brihanna Eze
[email protected]This is the best sandwich bread I've ever had.
Sam DDon
[email protected]This bread is delicious! I can't wait to try it with different fillings.
Khadar ozil
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. This bread is now my go-to for sandwiches and toast.
Simon Chaudhaary
[email protected]This bread is so versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, toast, and even croutons.
Mark Mcdermott
[email protected]I love the taste of this bread. It's slightly sweet, with a hint of sourdough.
Ch Mashood Vlogs
[email protected]This bread is perfect for sandwiches. It's sturdy enough to hold up to all the fillings, but it's also soft and fluffy.
Nompelo Dyabaza
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of bread, but this one is really good. It's soft and fluffy, and it has a great flavor.
Matthew Epps
[email protected]This bread is so easy to make, and it always turns out great. I love that I can use it for sandwiches, toast, or even French toast.
Raiyan Rahman
[email protected]I've been looking for a good sandwich bread recipe for a while, and this one is definitely a winner. The bread is light and airy, with a slightly chewy crust. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating plain.
Cameron Lothian
[email protected]This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and it has a great flavor. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this bread again.