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Simple Yeast Bread
Ingredients
1
package
2 1/4 teaspoons instant dry yeast
3
cups
14 ounces bread flour
1 1/2
teaspoons
¼ ounce kosher salt
1
cup
plus 1 tablespoon warm water
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the first three ingredients and blend well.
Add the water and mix with a spoon. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more water.
Scrape the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead it until it forms a smooth ball.
Spray a medium bowl with nonstick cooking spray and place the ball of dough in it. Flip it over so the greased side is facing up.
Cover with plastic wrap and allow it to rise for one hour or until it has doubled in size.
Deflate the dough and shape it into a round loaf.
Place the loaf onto a sheet pan covered with parchment paper.
Allow the dough to rise in a warm spot for about one hour. It may not double in size.
Preheat the oven to 500°F.
With a water bottle, spray the dough a few times to mist it with water.
Using a knife or razor, cut a few decorative slits into the surface of the dough.
Bake the loaf for about 15 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and feels firm to the touch.
Allow to cool.
Notes
Makes one loaf