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Homemade Bread


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 18 hours
  • Yield: 2 loaves 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious homemade bread recipe.


Ingredients

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  • 250g bread flour
  • 250ml lukewarm water
  • 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 250g bread flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 180ml lukewarm water

Instructions

  1. Make a poolish by mixing 250g flour, 250ml water, and 1/4 tsp yeast. Cover and let ferment overnight.
  2. Add remaining 250g flour, 180ml water, 1/4 tsp yeast, salt, and olive oil to the poolish. Mix well.
  3. Let dough rest 30 minutes, then do stretch and folds every 30 minutes for 2 hours.
  4. Shape dough into two loaves on a floured surface. Proof for 45–60 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F with a baking stone or tray inside.
  6. Transfer loaves to hot tray, create steam in oven, and bake 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.

Notes

  • This bread works great for sandwiches or as a side for soups.
  • Adjust the water amount for desired dough consistency.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breads
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg