French Bread

French Bread

French Bread is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 5 1/2 to 6 c. bread flour, 2 pkg. active dry yeast, 2 tsp. salt, 2 c. warm water (115~ to 120~) and 1 slightly beaten egg white, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.

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πŸ”— Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

In large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups bread flour, yeast and salt.

Add warm water and beat at low speed 30 seconds with mixer beaters.

Scrape bowl constantly.

Then beat at high speed 3 minutes.

Stir in as much flour as possible using a wooden spoon to make a stiff dough that is smooth and elastic.

Knead on floured surface by hand 5 to 10 minutes.

Shape in a ball.

Place in lightly greased bowl.

Turn to grease surface.

Cover and let rise in warm place until double in bulk (1 to 1 1/2 hours).

Punch down and turn on lightly floured surface.

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