MILK BREAD

This recipe for easy homemade bread is perfect for beginners. It is simple to follow and produces a delicious and crusty loaf of bread that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon dry yeast
• 2 cups of milk at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons softened butter
• 6 cups bread flour

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes, until the yeast is foamy.
2. Add the milk, salt, butter, and 4 cups of flour. Stir until a dough forms.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
6. Shape each half into a loaf and place in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
7. Cover the pans with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes, or until doubled in size.
8. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
9. Bake the loaves for 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing and slicing.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of skim milk.
• To make the bread more crusty, bake it in a preheated Dutch oven.
• To add some extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese or chopped herbs to the dough.
• For a fun twist, try making cinnamon raisin bread by adding 1/2 cup of cinnamon sugar and 1/2 cup of raisins to the dough.

Enjoy!

This recipe is a great starting point for anyone who wants to learn how to make homemade bread. With a little practice, you’ll be able to create delicious and beautiful loaves of bread that your family and friends will love.