Homemade French bread has never been easier! This simple recipe produces a light and fluffy loaf of French bread that will rival any bakery! Bread Baking, Bread Recipes Homemade, Bread Recipes, Bread Pudding, Bread Recipes Easy, Bread, Bread Machine Recipes, Bread Pudding Recipes
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Yield: 2 Servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups warm water 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon instant or active dry yeast 3/4 tablespoon salt (see note) 2 tablespoons olive oil, canola oil, vegetable oil or avocado oil etc.
Instructions:
First. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, combine the water sugar and yeast. If using active dry yeast, let the mixture bubble and foam before proceeding (this can take 3-5 minutes). If using instant yeast, proceed with the recipe (no need to let the yeast activate).
After it, Add the salt, oil and 3 cups of flour and mix. Add in 2 1/2 to 3 more cups of flour gradually. The dough should clear the sides of the bowl and form a soft ball that doesn't leave a lot of dough residue on your fingers. Knead for 2-3 minutes until the dough is smooth. If the dough starts to cling to the sides of the bowl (or the center column if using a Bosch or other mixer with a center), add 1/4 cup of flour at a time until a sturdy but soft ball of dough forms.
Step three, Rising Method 1: Leave the dough in the mixer, cover with a lid or towel, and let the dough rest for 10 minutes. Stir it down by turning on the mixer for 10 seconds or so. Repeat the "rest and stir down" cycle five more times.
Original Article: https://www.melskitchencafe.com/french-bread/
