Italian Bread
Master the art of baking with this classic Italian Bread recipe. With its crisp crust and soft interior, this homemade bread is perfect for sandwiches, dipping in olive oil, or enjoying fresh out of the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, salt, and olive oil. Pour in the foamy yeast mixture and stir until a rough dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the risen dough and shape it into loaves or desired shapes. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the loaves are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg