After this recipe, you will no longer buy bread, you will make it yourself at home

This recipe for homemade white bread is a timeless classic that fills your kitchen with the aroma of freshly baked goodness. With a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can create a loaf of soft, fluffy bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own.

Ingredients:

For the Bread:

For the Topping (optional):

Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, softened butter, and activated yeast mixture. Knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Loaf: Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased bread pan.
5. Second Rise: Cover loaf and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
6. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Bake the Bread: Brush loaf with optional milk and butter topping. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
8. Cool and Enjoy: Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.