EASY WHITE BREAD

Ingredients

  • 500g strong white flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 7g sachet fast-action yeast
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 300ml water

Description

A great recipe for an electric breadmaker – or do it the traditional way. A dough's first rising can be done in the fridge overnight. This slows down the time it takes to rise to double its size, giving it a deeper flavour. It's also a great timesaver, as you can start it the night before, then finish it off the next day.

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Steps

  1. Combine 500g strong white flour, 2 tsp salt, and a 7g sachet of fast-action yeast in a large bowl.
  2. Make a well in the center, then add 3 tbsp olive oil and 300ml water. Mix well. If the dough seems stiff, add another 1-2 tbsp water.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with cling film, and leave to rise for 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
  5. Line a baking tray with baking parchment.
  6. Knock back the dough, shape it into a ball, and place it on the parchment.
  7. Leave the dough to prove for another hour.
  8. Preheat the oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7.
  9. Dust the loaf with flour and cut a cross on top.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow when tapped. Cool on a wire rack.

    11. Notes

    To make this in a breadmaker, add all the ingredients to your breadmaker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

    Nutrition

    204 kcal, 4g fat, 1g saturated fat, 38g carbs, 0g sugars, 2g fibre, 6g protein, 1g sodium