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A freshly baked loaf of homemade white bread on a cooling rack.

How to grow 3 Homemade White Bread loavesHomemade White Bread

This recipe yields three delicious loaves of homemade white bread, perfect for sandwiches or toast. The process involves simple kneading, rising, and baking to achieve a soft and fluffy texture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dough
  • 6 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Warm water 105-115°F
  • 2 ¼ oz packages Active dry yeast
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Loaf pans (3)
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Baking
  1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and a pinch of sugar in warm water; let it sit until foamy.
  2. Add remaining sugar, salt, oil, and 3 cups of flour to the yeast mixture, then gradually add the rest of the flour, kneading until a soft dough forms.
  3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turn once, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down the dough, divide into three portions, and shape each into a loaf, placing them in greased loaf pans.
  5. Let the loaves rise again for 30-45 minutes or until doubled.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown, and cool on wire racks.

Notes

For best results, ensure your yeast is fresh. You can also brush the tops of the loaves with melted butter after baking for a softer crust and added flavor.