Grandma Vandoren's White Bread

Ingredients

• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 2 teaspoons of salt
• 1 package of active dry yeast
• 1 ½ cups of warm milk
• 2 tablespoons of butter, melted

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Stir to combine.
2. Add the warm milk and melted butter and stir until everything is combined and a soft dough forms.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for a few minutes and then shape it into a round loaf.
6. Place the loaf into a greased 9-inch round cake pan. Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing.

Interesting Facts

• Grandma Vandoren's white bread is a classic family recipe that has been passed down for generations.
• This recipe yields a soft and sweet homemade white bread that is perfect for toast, sandwiches, or just to eat on its own.
• The key to a successful loaf is to knead the dough for the right amount of time and to let it rise for the correct amount of time.