Roots of a Southern Kitchen

So many bread recipes seem intimidating. From kneading to proofing to water baths…it seems like a lot can go wrong. Not with this recipe!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm water
• 1 T sugar
• 2 1/2 tsp instant yeast (one package)
• 3 cups bread flour
• 1 tsp salt

Steps:

1. Mix yeast, sugar, and water in a bowl. Let rest 5-10 minutes or until frothy (this is how you make sure the yeast is live!)
2. Add flour and salt. Knead in bowl until combined and smooth (3-4 min).
3. Cover with a towel and let rise for one hour.
4. Remove dough from bowl and place on a lightly floured surface. Shape dough and lay onto prepared baking sheet. Let rest 15 min.
5. Cook at 400 degrees for 20 min or until golden brown.

*Tap bottom of bread once it’s cool enough to handle. If it sounds like a hollow “thunk”, your bread is cooked fully!*

*Mixing fresh herbs and spices into the dough makes a loaf that will have you feeling oh-so-fancy*