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French Bread

Nettie
TFrench bread with a golden crust and soft, chewy interior. This easy French bread recipe is perfect for beginners and so delicious served warm with butter or alongside a bowl of soup.his crusty chewy bread is so delicious and easy to make! Serve it up with some butter and jelly or a hot bowl of soup!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
rising 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Breads
Cuisine American
Servings 32 slices
Calories 68 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups bread flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast or instant 2 1/4 tsp = 1 packet
  • 1 ½ cups warm water 100°F to 110°F
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
  • Add half of the flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix on low speed until combined.
  • Gradually add the remaining flour until a soft dough forms. The dough should feel tacky but not sticky.
  • Switch to the dough hook attachment and knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover and let rise for 45 to 60 minutes or until doubled.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly greased surface and divide in half.
  • Pat each piece into a 10x15-inch rectangle.
  • Roll tightly into logs starting from the long edge. Pinch seams and tuck ends underneath.
  • Place seam side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Slash tops with a sharp knife. Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
  • Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

When it comes to the nutrition information provided for recipes, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s just an estimate. The actual nutritional values can vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Be mindful that any nutritional information provided is intended as a general guideline rather than exact values.
 

Notes

  • Bread flour creates a chewier loaf while all-purpose flour creates a softer texture.
  • You may not need all the flour depending on humidity levels.
  • Brush warm loaves with melted butter for a softer crust.
 
 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 2slicesCalories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 146mgPotassium: 18mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 0.3IUVitamin C: 0.001mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.2mg
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