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Homemade Bread

Homemade Bread
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Homemade Bread is a delightful way to fill your home with the irresistible aroma of fresh baking. With just six simple ingredients, this recipe transforms basic pantry staples into a soft, fluffy loaf perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying plain with a spread of butter. Whether you’re looking to impress family and friends or simply want to indulge in some comforting homemade goodness, this bread is easy to make and freezes beautifully—ensuring you have delicious slices on hand whenever you need them. This recipe is family-friendly, inviting even the littlest helpers to get involved in kneading and shaping the dough. Try it once, and you’ll find yourself coming back again and again!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups warm water (105-115°F)
  • 1 Tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup honey or sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 Tablespoons oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 4 – 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine yeast, warm water, and a pinch of honey or sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add remaining honey or sugar, salt, oil, and three cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined.
  3. Gradually add more flour until the dough pulls away from the bowl sides but remains slightly sticky.
  4. Knead for about 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1.5 hours).
  6. Prepare two greased 9×5" loaf pans.
  7. Punch down risen dough, divide into two portions, shape into logs, and place in pans.
  8. Cover again and let rise for another 45 minutes to an hour.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake loaves for 30-33 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool on wire racks before slicing.

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