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Best Homemade Bread Recipe With Yeast

A simple and delicious homemade bread recipe that boasts a perfect crust and fluffy interior, ideal for the whole family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups warm water about 110°F
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2 1/4 teaspoons
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 5-6 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Loaf pan
  • Kitchen towel
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast in a mixing bowl and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add the salt and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture.
  3. Stir in 2 cups of flour until well combined.
  4. Gradually add more flour, 1 cup at a time, until the dough comes together.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  7. Once risen, punch down the dough gently to release air and shape it into a loaf.
  8. Place the shaped loaf into a greased loaf pan, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  10. Bake the loaf for 30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or use for sandwiches.