Homemade Bread Recipe: You’ll Never Buy Bread Again

Introduction

Once you try this easy and delicious homemade bread recipe, you’ll never want to buy bread from the store again. Follow these simple steps to create fresh, homemade bread with a perfect crust and soft interior.

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ⅓ cups warm water
• 4 ¾ cups plain flour

Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Combine Ingredients: Add the flour to a large mixing bowl. Pour in the warm water, olive oil, dry yeast, and salt.
2. Mix and Knead: Mix all the ingredients until they start to come together. Then, knead the dough by hand until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 2: Let the Dough Rise

1. First Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 3: Shape the Dough

1. Shape into a Cylinder: After the dough has risen, transfer it to a lightly floured work surface. Shape it into a cylinder.
2. Divide and Form Loaves: Divide the cylinder into three equal parts. Shape each part into a loaf.
3. Prepare for Baking: Place the loaves on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Make a few shallow cuts on the top of each loaf and sprinkle with a little flour.

Step 4: Bake the Bread

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
2. Bake: Place the baking sheet with the loaves in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

1. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
2. Serve: Slice and serve your delicious homemade bread with your favorite toppings.

Nutritional Information

This homemade bread is not only delicious but also provides a healthy addition to your meals. Here is the approximate nutritional breakdown per serving (based on 12 servings):

• Calories: 150 kcal
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 1g
• Sodium: 200mg
• Vitamin A: 0% DV
• Vitamin C: 0% DV
• Calcium: 1% DV
• Iron: 8% DV

Conclusion

With this easy and delicious homemade bread recipe, you can enjoy fresh bread straight from your oven. It’s simple to make and perfect for any occasion. Once you try this recipe, you’ll never want to buy bread from the store again. Enjoy baking and sharing this homemade delight with your loved ones!