AnnaMaria
Bread baking has never been easier with this quick and delicious recipe passed down from my grandfather. Say goodbye to store-bought bread and hello to homemade goodness in under five minutes! Here’s a step-by-step guide to making this mouth-watering dish:
Ingredients:
- 2 grams of dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (for activating the yeast)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (for the yeast mixture)
- 1 1/4 cups hot water (for the dough)
- 1/2 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (for the dough)
- Olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions:
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, mix the dry yeast with 1/4 cup warm water. Let it sit for a few minutes to activate.
- Prepare the Base Mixture: In another bowl, combine the activated yeast mixture with 1/3 cup all-purpose flour. Cover and set aside in a warm place to ferment.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, mix sugar, salt, and 1 1/4 cups warm water. Add the yeast-flour mixture from step 2 and gradually sift in 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. Knead the ingredients together until a smooth dough forms.
- Allow the Dough to Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Shape and Proof the Dough: Once risen, shape the dough into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover lightly and let it proof in a warm place until it increases in volume.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat the oven to 482°F (250°C), then lower the temperature to 410°F (210°C) before adding the bread. Bake for 20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and fragrant.
Enjoy the Joy of Homemade Bread: With just a few basic ingredients and minimal time, you’ll have a delicious loaf of bread ready to enjoy. Say goodbye to store-bought bread and hello to the satisfaction of homemade goodness!
