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For the Bread Dough
Ingredient
Amount
All-purpose flour
6 cups, plus extra for dusting
Active dry yeast
2 tablespoons
Granulated sugar
2 tablespoons
Salt
2 teaspoons
Warm water
2 cups, 105°F–110°F (40°C–43°C)
Melted butter
2 tablespoons
Alternative: You can use 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil instead of melted butter.
Optional for the Crust
- 1 teaspoon melted butter for brushing
- A light dusting of flour before baking
👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
Pour the warm water into a large mixing bowl.
Add the sugar and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let the mixture stand for 5–10 minutes.
The yeast should become foamy on the surface.
Tip: The water should feel warm, not hot. Water that is too hot can damage the yeast.
2. Make the Dough
Add the salt and melted butter to the yeast mixture.
Stir in about 3 cups of flour until you have a smooth, thick mixture.
Gradually add the remaining flour, about ½ cup at a time, mixing after each addition.
Continue adding flour until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly tacky but should not be excessively sticky.
3. Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface.
Knead for 8–10 minutes, folding and pressing the dough repeatedly until it becomes smooth and elastic.
If the dough feels extremely sticky, add a small amount of flour at a time. Avoid adding too much flour because this can make the bread dense.
4. First Rise
Lightly grease a large bowl with butter or oil.
Place the dough into the bowl and turn it once so the surface is lightly coated.
Cover with a clean damp towel or plastic wrap.
Place the bowl somewhere warm and allow the dough to rise for approximately 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
5. Shape the Loaves
Gently punch down the risen dough to release excess air.
Divide the dough into two equal portions.
Shape each portion into a loaf, keeping the surface smooth and tight.
Place each loaf into a greased 9 Ă— 5-inch loaf pan.
6. Second Rise
Cover the loaf pans and allow the dough to rise again for approximately 45 minutes.
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