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:
- Dry yeast: 2 grams
- Warm water (for activating the yeast): 1/4 cup
- All-purpose flour (for the yeast mixture): 1/3 cup
- Hot water (for the dough): 1 1/4 cups
- Sugar: 1/2 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- All-purpose flour (for the dough): 3 1/4 cups
- 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, and watch the magic happen!
- 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. Let those flavors mingle!
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, and 1 1/4 cups hot 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, stretchy dough forms—get those hands working!
- Allow the Dough to Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size. It’s time for a little magic while you wait!
- 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 your oven to 482°F (250°C), then lower the temperature to 410°F (210°C) before adding the bread. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and fragrant. The smell will have everyone in the kitchen!
- 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!
Now, gather your loved ones, slice that warm loaf, and savor the delightful taste of Grandpa’s special bread recipe! 🍞✨