French Bread
French Bread is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 1 pkg. dry yeast, 1/2 c. warm water, 1 c. very warm water, 2 tbsp. shortening and 1 tbsp. sugar, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Great for entertaining guests or a cozy night in.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water and let stand 10 minutes. Add to very warm water the shortening, sugar and salt.
Add enough flour to make stiff dough.
Let stand 10 minutes, then work down 5 times 5 minutes apart.
Divide dough into 2 parts.
Roll each out flat and then roll like jelly roll.
Cut diagonally 4 or 5 times across top.
Put in French bread pan or on a cookie sheet and let stand to raise 1 1/2 hours.
Bake at 400Β° for 30 minutes or until light brown.
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