Easy White Bread

Psalm 109:26-27

    [26] Help me, O LORD my God!

        Save me according to your steadfast love! 

    [27] Let them know that this is your hand;

        you, O LORD, have done it!

3 1/2 c AP flour, measure then sift

2 t salt

1 1/4 c water, warm( microwave to 105 degree) 

1/4 c whole milk, warm( microwave to 105 degree)

2 t olive oil

3 t white sugar

2 1/2 t active dry yeast

Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Sift flour and salt add to a large bowl, create a well in the center of the flour.

Pour in the warm milk and water into the well. 

Add oil on top of the water. 

Sprinkle the yeast over the water then sugar over the yeast, lightly stir just the water and cover with a towel. 

Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes for the yeast to foam.

Give the water a quick stir and mix the flour in. 

Transfer the dough to the countertop and knead for about 3 minutes (just until the dough is smooth). 

The dough should be slightly sticky but will not stick to your hands. 

Add extra flour if necessary.

Shape dough and place back into the bowl. 

Cover with a towel. 

Let rise two hours.

Take the dough and shape it into a long loaf.

Twist the loaf to help with rising.

Dust loaf with flour, cover the dough with a towel, rise for another 30 minutes.

Add 2 cups water to a baking dish and place it on the bottom rack of the oven. Preheat oven to 425˚F.

Bake bread for 20-25 minutes, until crust is crispy and golden.

Let the loaf cool completely 1 hour before cutting. 

You will also need 2 cups water in small baking dish! This will give the bread a beautiful crust. I used a foil pan.

 

Thanks Valentina!