Bread in 20 minutes – the perfect recipe for those in a hurry
Enjoy the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked bread in your own home. This classic recipe produces a delicious loaf with a crusty exterior and soft, tender crumb.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 3 cups |
| Active dry yeast | 1 tablespoon |
| Sugar | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Warm water | 1 cup |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions:
- Activate Yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine flour, salt, yeast mixture, and olive oil in a large bowl. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Shape Loaf: Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased loaf pan.
- Second Rise: Cover loaf and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake bread for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and hollow-sounding.
- Cool: Let bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
