French Bread

French Bread

French Bread is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 2 1/2 c. warm water, 1 pkg. yeast, 1 tbsp. salt, 2 tbsp. sugar and 7 c. flour, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.

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🔗 Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Mix warm water, yeast, salt and sugar.

Let stand 5 to 6 minutes.

Add 5 cups flour and beat well.

Add remaining flour until you can handle the dough without it being sticky.

Knead for 5 minutes.

Put in bowl and let stand dough rise until double in size.

Remove from bowl and cut into four sections.

Shape into narrow loaves (2 loaves to a cookie sheet) or into round mounds. Beat egg whites and water.

Brush top of loaves and let stand for 1 hour.

Makes three slits on top of each loaf.

Bake at 450° for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 350° and bake for 30 minutes. Brush once during cooking process with the egg white mixture.

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