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Yeast Bread

Effortless Yeast Bread: Bake Your New Favorite Loaf Today

Discover the magic of beginner-friendly yeast bread, low in calories and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 42 minutes
Rising Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 52 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Artisan
Calories: 155
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour For a tender bread, or bread flour for chewier texture.
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast Dissolve it in water for activation.
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt Enhances flavor and controls yeast activity.
  • 1.5 cups warm water Activates the yeast, creating ideal dough texture.
Optional Enhancements
  • herbs Like rosemary.
  • spices Such as garlic powder.
  • seeds Like sesame or poppy.
  • cheese Such as shredded cheddar or feta.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Yeast Bread
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast, and 1.5 teaspoons of salt. Stir until evenly blended.
  2. Pour in 1.5 cups of warm water, stirring continuously until there are no dry flour patches left and the dough appears sticky.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly and set it in a warm area for 2 to 3 hours until the dough doubles in size.
  4. (Optional) Refrigerate the dough for up to 3 days for deeper flavor, bringing it to room temperature before baking.
  5. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes.
  6. Lightly dust a clean surface with flour and transfer the risen dough, shaping it gently.
  7. Fold the dough over itself six times to form a rough round shape.
  8. Transfer the dough seam-side down onto parchment paper.
  9. Place the dough in the preheated Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove the lid and continue baking for an additional 12 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gIron: 1mg

Notes

Aim for a sticky dough for an airy texture. Keep the rising dough in a warm spot and avoid overworking it during shaping.

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