Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add the warm water and olive oil to the bowl and mix until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-8 minutes.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and form into a loaf. Place in a lightly greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake the bread for 30 minutes or until golden brown and the center is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing.
Interesting Facts
- This low-salt white bread can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Adding fresh herbs to the dough can add a delicious flavor to the bread.
- This bread can be used to make sandwiches, toast, and French toast.