Description
A simple recipe for soft, homemade bread that requires basic ingredients and minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, and salt.
- Add the warm water and olive oil, then stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For a softer crust, brush the top with melted butter after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Bread
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 4g