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Basic White Bread
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This recipe makes 1 loaf
INGREDIENTS
| Small | Medium | |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 2/3 cup | 3/4 cup |
| Butter | 1 TBSP | 2 TBSP |
| Bread Flour | 2 cups | 3 cups |
| Salt | 3/4 tsp | 1 tsp |
| Sugar | 1 TBSP | 4 tsp |
| Non-fat Dry Milk Powder | 3 TBSP | 1/4 cup |
| Active Dry Yeast | 1+1/2 tsp | 2 tsp |
DIRECTIONS
Bread Machine Method
Have liquid ingredients at 80º F and all others at room temperature. Place into the pan in the order listed. Select a basic cycle and medium/normal crust. Check dough consistency after 5 minutes of kneading. The dough should be in a soft, tacky ball. If it is dry and stiff, add water, 1/2 to 1 tablespoon at a time. If it is too wet and sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time. Remove bread when cycle is finished; cool. See our Bread Machine section for more helpful tips and information.
*You can substitute Instant (fast-rising) yeast in place of Active Dry Yeast. When using Instant Yeast, expect your dough to rise faster. Always let your dough rise until ripe. Traditional methods: use equal amounts; Bread Machine: use 1/2 tsp Instant Yeast OR 3/4 tsp Active Dry Yeast per cup of flour in your recipe. Visit our Lessons in Yeast & Baking for more information.