sandwich Bread

🧾 Ingredients (1 loaf)

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm milk (or water)
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp butter (softened) or oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp instant yeast

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🥣 Instructions

1. Activate yeast (if needed)

• If using active dry yeast: mix with warm milk + sugar, rest 5–10 minutes until foamy.
• If using instant yeast: you can skip this step.

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2. Make the dough

• In a bowl, combine flour and salt.
• Add yeast mixture, butter/oil.
• Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

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3. First rise

• Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.

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4. Shape

• Punch down dough.
• Roll into a log and place in a greased loaf pan.

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5. Second rise

• Let it rise again for 30–45 minutes until it domes slightly above the pan.

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6. Bake

• Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.

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7. Cool

• Let cool before slicing (important for texture).

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🍽️ Texture & Flavor

• Soft and fluffy crumb
• Lightly sweet
• Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or butter & jam

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⚖️ Nutrition (Per slice, ~12 slices)

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⭐ Tips for Perfect Bread

• Don’t add too much flour—slightly soft dough = softer bread
• Knead well for structure
• Use warm (not hot) liquid to protect yeast
• Brush top with butter after baking for a softer crust

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🔄 Variations

• Whole wheat: Replace up to 50% flour
• Milk bread style: Use all milk + extra butter
• Seeded bread: Add sesame, flax, or sunflower seeds