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Easy French bread: Discover the secret recipe today!

easy french bread

A simple and delicious recipe for making easy French bread at home.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, dissolve sugar and yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add salt and flour gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
  6. Place the loaf on a baking sheet, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For a crustier bread, place a pan of water in the oven while baking.
  • Store leftover bread in a paper bag to maintain freshness.

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