Homemade Perfect White Bread Recipe

This recipe will guide you through making a homemade perfect white bread. The bread is soft, fluffy, and has a golden crust. Follow these easy steps and enjoy delicious homemade bread that is perfect for sandwiches or toast.

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 3/4 cups warm water

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the softened butter and instant yeast to the bowl.
3. Pour in the warm water and mix well until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. After the dough has risen, punch it down to release any air bubbles.
7. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a loaf.
8. Place the shaped loaves into greased 9x5-inch loaf pans, cover them with the kitchen towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
10. Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
11. Remove the bread from the pans and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

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