Nine's Basic Bread

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• 1-1/2 cup lukewarm water
• 1 packet (Or generous spoonful) yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
• 2 tablespoons oil or softened butter
• 2-4 cups flour

 

1. Mix water, yeast, and sugar in mixing bowl and let bloom. (About fifteen minutes, or until it starts looking like tan mold floating on top).
2. Add 1 cup flour and oil, mix well.
3. Add 1 cup flour, and mix thoroughly.
4. Continue adding flour in small amounts until dough is about as sticky as play-dough.
5. Let stand 10 minutes.
6. Place on clean, lightly floured surface. (Countertops work fine)
7. Knead until it begins to turn shiny (About 20-30 minutes.)
8. Place in bowl and allow to rise until it doubles in size. (normally 4-6 hours)
9. if the dough does not return to it's previous state after poking with your finger, knead again and form into desired shape. (Rolls, loaf, etc.)
10. Heat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
11. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the bread sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
12. If not serving immediately, let cool in open air, then wrap in plastic wrap or place in breadbox.

This bread has a fine crumb, which is best for sandwiches. The crust is crunchy.

Like with most baked goods, this can be played with considerably. Adding more oil or butter makes the bread much richer and softer when done, more sugar makes for a good base for cinnamon rolls. there are other options, but this is basics.