Country Crust Bread
Discover the ultimate comfort in every bite with this classic Country Crust Bread recipe, a timeless homemade delight that fills your kitchen with the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked bread. Perfectly soft and airy with a golden, slightly crisp crust, this easy-to-make bread combines simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and melted butter to create two irresistibly fluffy loaves. Kneaded to perfection and baked until beautifully browned, this bread is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or pairing with your favorite hearty soup. With just 25 minutes of prep time and straightforward, beginner-friendly steps, this recipe brings the heartwarming tradition of homemade bread right to your table. Perfect for bakers of all skill levels, this Country Crust Bread will quickly become a cherished household staple!
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Ingredients
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of the flour, the active dry yeast, sugar, and salt.
Step 2
Add the warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Step 3
Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring after each addition, until a soft dough forms.
Step 4
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Add small amounts of flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Step 5
Lightly grease a large bowl with the vegetable oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning it once to coat the surface in oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 6
Punch down the dough to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough in half and shape it into two loaves.
Step 7
Place each loaf into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan. Cover the pans with the kitchen towel and let the dough rise again for 30 minutes, or until it has risen about 1 inch above the edges of the pans.
Step 8
While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 9
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Step 10
Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 5 minutes. Then, turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1169.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2589.5 |
| Total Fat 33.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4735.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 498.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.8g | |
| Protein 64.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 89.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 28.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 792.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories