Basic Bread Loaf
00h 20
00h 25A simple bread recipe perfect for everyday baking. Perfect for beginners or when you're short on time.
Ingredients and Method
Ingredients
- 500g Strong Bread Flour
- 350ml Warm Water
- 7g satchet Fast Action Yeast
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1-2 tbsp Oil
Method
- Add the flour, salt and yeast into a large mixing bowl. Mix together creating a well in the centre of the bowl; gradually pour in the water and olive oil and mix to form a rough dough.
- Tip the dough mixture onto a work surface and knead for approximately 10 minutes or until smooth and springy.
- Allow the dough to rise in a lightly greased airtight container until doubled in size.
- Pre-heat the oven to 220C, 390F, gas mark 6. Once the dough has risen, knock the air out of the dough and shape.
- Place on a baking tray and cover with a tea towel. Leave to rise a second time for approximately 30 minutes.
- Place onto the middle shelf of a preheated oven for 25 minutes.