Description
This homemade bread recipe offers a fail-proof method to create two delicious loaves of bread. With just a few basic ingredients and simple instructions, you can enjoy the satisfaction of baking fresh bread in your own kitchen. From its soft, pillowy texture to its irresistible aroma, this bread is sure to become a favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons yeast
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 5.5 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast:
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This process is called proofing the yeast.
- Prepare the Dough:
- Once the yeast is activated, add the vegetable oil to the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the yeast mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the Dough:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First Rise:
- Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning it over to coat both sides with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Shape the Loaves:
- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air bubbles. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a loaf.
- Second Rise:
- Place the shaped loaves into greased bread pans. Cover them loosely with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30-40 minutes or until they have risen slightly above the edges of the pans.
- Bake the Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Once the loaves have risen, bake them in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove the bread from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter while they are still warm.
- Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the homemade bread warm with your favorite spreads or enjoy it plain.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg