Bread Basket Recipe
Servings = 4 Prep time = 30 minutes Cooking time = 120 minutes Calories = 300 kcal
– 4 cups all-purpose flour – 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast – 1 tablespoon sugar – 1/2 cups warm water – 2 tablespoons olive oil – Optional: Seeds, herbs, or cheese for topping
Ingredients
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1. – In a bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water and add yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
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2. – In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
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3. – Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
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4. – Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
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5. – Punch down the dough, divide it, and shape into desired bread forms.
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6. – Place on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
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7. – Preheat the oven, brush the bread with olive oil, and add optional toppings.
Nutritional Facts
Calories: Approximately 150 per serving (varies based on bread type and toppings) Protein: 4g Carbohydrates: 28g Fat: 3g Saturated Fat: 0.5g Cholesterol: 0mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 1g Sodium: 300mg