What do you need to make bread at home?
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons of sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons of salt
- 1 ½ cups of warm water
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Gather these ingredients, and you’re ready to begin your bread-making adventure.
Step 1: Prepare the dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix them well using a wooden spoon.
Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the mixture. Keep stirring until all the ingredients come together and form a sticky dough.
Step 2: Knead the dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and start kneading. Fold the dough in half, then push it away with the heel of your hand. Repeat this process for about 10 minutes or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 3: Let the dough rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm and draft-free area for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Step 4: Shape the bread
Punch down the risen dough to release any air bubbles. Transfer it to a floured surface and shape it into a loaf. You can either form it into a traditional round loaf or use a bread pan for a more uniform shape.
Step 5: Bake the bread
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet or into a greased bread pan. Let it rise for an additional 30 minutes while the oven heats up.
Bake the bread for about 25-30 minutes or until it turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Step 6: Enjoy your homemade bread!
Remove the freshly baked bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing. Now, you can savor the aroma and taste of your very own homemade bread. Enjoy!
There you have it – a quick and easy way to make delicious bread at home. Say goodbye to stale store-bought loaves and hello to warm, freshly baked goodness. Give it a try and let us know how your bread turns out!