Ingredients and Weight:
- Unbleached bread flour - 500 grams
- Instant dry yeast - 1 packet (about 7 grams)
- Warm water - 300 ml
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Sugar - 2 tablespoons
- Unsalted butter - 50 grams (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30-40 minutes
- Total: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
- Add warm water and mix well to form a dough.
- Add butter and knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the shaped loaf in a resealable bag and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the bag and let cool completely before slicing.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the bread is shared equally among 8 people)
- Calories: About 250-300 calories per serving (depending on the amount of butter used)
- Carbohydrates: 40-50 grams
- Fat: 6-10 grams (including 1-2 grams of saturated fat)
- Protein: 8-10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- This bread is soft and has a slightly sweet taste due to the sugar content.
- The resealable bag helps retain the bread's freshness for a longer period of time.
- It is suitable for American taste as it is made with common ingredients easily available in supermarkets in the United States.
User Comments:
- "This bread is really good! It has a great texture and taste."
- "I love the fact that it comes in a resealable bag, it keeps the bread fresh for longer."
- "This bread is perfect for making sandwiches or just eating as is."
- "I added a bit more butter to make it richer, it was delicious!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use warm water for activating the yeast.
- Kneading the dough for about 5 minutes is essential to get a smooth and elastic texture.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place to ensure it doubles in size.
- Adjust the amount of butter according to your preference for a richer taste.