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Joy of Cooking White Bread Recipe

This simple and authentic recipe is perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers.
You'll love how it fills your home with a warm, inviting aroma.
One of my favorite aspects of this recipe is how flexible it is.
Feel free to experiment with different types of flour or add-ins like seeds and herbs to make it your own.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Warm Milk
  • 1 package Active Dry Yeast
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour

Instructions

  • Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl.
  • Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
  • Sieve flour and salt together into a large mixing bowl. Start with 3 cups, then add a little more if needed.
  • Add the yeast mixture to the flour and mix well to form a sticky dough.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10-15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp cloth.
  • Let it rise in a warm place for 20-45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  • Shape the dough and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Cover and let it rise again for another 20-45 minutes until it doubles in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  • Bake at 450°F for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F and bake for another 30 minutes.