Welcome to a culinary adventure that’s as delightful as it is delicious! Today, we’re diving into the world of baked goods with a recipe that will have you tossing flour in the air with glee. Let’s get ready to rise to the occasion!
Bread of Awesomeness
First up, we have a glorious image of our bread—just look at that golden crust! It’s practically begging you to take a bite. But before we do, let’s gather our troops: the ingredients! Ready, set, bake!
### Ingredients:
- 4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) of active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (around 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This is how we wake up our yeast buddies!
- Add the olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture, giving it a gentle stir.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, until a dough forms. Get in there and get messy; it’s part of the fun!
- Once the dough is formed, knead it on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Feel free to pretend you’re a master chef while doing this!
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise until it doubles in size—about 1 hour.
- After rising, punch down the dough (not literally, just a light tap) and shape it into a loaf. Place it into a greased loaf pan.
- Cover again and let it rise for another 30-40 minutes. Go take a selfie with a loaf of bread for future bragging rights!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Once ready, bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Try not to devour it all at once—sharing is caring!
There you have it! A deliciously simple recipe that will make your kitchen smell like heaven. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a slather of butter, jam, or whatever floats your boat. Cheers to happy baking and bread that brings everyone together!
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