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Diane's No Fail French Bread A Bountiful Kitchen

WEBMay 15, 2019 · In a separate large bowl combine warm water*, sugar, salt, oil and 3 cups of the flour. Stir well. Add the yeast mixture to the warm …

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1. **Please read recipe notes before beginning if you live in a humid environment!**
2. Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
3. In a separate large bowl combine warm water*, sugar, salt, oil and 3 cups of the flour. Stir well.
4. Add the yeast mixture to the hot water-flour mixture. Mix together with large wooden spoon or paddle attachment.

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Easy Soft French Bread Recipe The Kitchen Girl

WEBNov 14, 2021 · Perform final proof/rise by resting the bread forms for about 30 minutes in a warm spot. Score the dough by making ¼-inch slits …

1. If HAND-KNEADING, use 4-quart mixing bowl. If using STAND MIXER, secure the mixer bowl with the dough hook attachment.
2. ACTIVE DRY YEAST (activation required):Combine WARM WATER (100°-110°F) and ACTIVE DRY YEAST in your mixing bowl. Allow to rest until yeast appears foamy on the surface (about 5 min). Go to step 2.RAPID RISE INSTANT YEAST PACKET (no activation required): Combine WARM WATER (120°F-130°F) and INSTANT YEAST in your mixing bowl. No activation needed. Go to step 2.
3. Add FLOUR and SALT (the separate 1/3 cup of flour may or may not be needed during mixing). Go to Step 3.
4. HAND KNEAD: Mix the ingredients together with a wooden spoon (or any stirring utensil) to form a shaggy dough. Transfer dough to a steady surface and hand-knead until a cohesive, elastic dough forms (3-5 minutes). Sprinkle the reserved flour in small amounts as needed to build structure and prevent the dough sticking to the table or your hands during this process.STAND MIXER OPTION: Secure dough hook with the mixing bowl. Use lowest speed to mix and knead ingredients into a cohesive, smooth, elastic dough forms (3-5 min). You may need to stop the mixer and scrape ingredients into the dough if they get separated. Sprinkle in the reserved flour to prevent the dough sticking to the bowl sides, as needed during mixing.

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The BEST Homemade French Bread Recipe I Heart …

WEBMar 20, 2022 · Repeat with the second dough ball. Let rise for 30-45 minutes. Make three diagonal cuts across the top of each loaf. Bake in …

1. In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until it has begin to foam.
2. Place 2 cups of flour into a large mixing bowl with the salt. Stir in the yeast mixture and begin to knead by hand or using a dough hook and stand mixer. Add 1/2 cup of the remaining flour at a time until the dough is smooth but not sticky. Rub the olive oil around the dough ball and let rest for 15 to 30 minutes.
3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and divide it in half. Roll one half into a rectangle (about 15 inches). Starting from the long side, roll the dough into a cylinder. Turn both ends in and pinch the seams closed. Round the edges and place onto a baking sheet. Repeat with the second dough ball. Make three diagonal cuts across the top of each loaf. Let rise for 30-60 minutes (the longer the better if you have the time).
4. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. When you knock on it, it should sound hollow. If it's browning too fast, lightly cover with foil and turn down the temperature to 375°F.

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The Perfect French Bread Recipe Six Clever Sisters

WEBFeb 21, 2017 · Instructions. Dissolve dry yeast and 1/2 tsp. sugar in warm water. Combine sugar, fat*, salt and boiling water. Cool to lukewarm …

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1. Dissolve dry yeast and 1/2 tsp. sugar in warm water.
2. Combine sugar, fat*, salt and boiling water. Cool to lukewarm and add yeast mixture. Stir in flour.
3. Knead 10 minutes** or until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl, turning once. Let rise until doubled.
4. Punch down. Let rest 15 minutes. Divide dough in half.

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