Yeast bread dough
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This is a very simple yeast dough recipe for bread, definitely worth adding to your cooking collection. Even without kitchen appliances, you can easily prepare aromatic and fresh bread at home. You can add fragrant spices or seeds to the dough if desired. Serve warm or cooled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Pour warm (but not hot) water into a deep bowl and add the yeast. If the water is cold, it will take longer for the yeast to activate.
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Step 2
2. Add salt and about half of the previously sifted flour.
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Step 3
3. Start vigorously mixing with a whisk or spoon until the mixture becomes uniform.
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Step 4
4. You will get a very soft and sticky dough. Cover it with a towel or lid and leave in a warm place for about 2 hours.
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Step 5
5. The sponge must rise well and increase in volume. It is very important to use high-quality and reliable yeast.
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Step 6
6. By the way, in this form, the starter can be stored in the refrigerator for about 5 days, baking fresh bread each day.
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Step 7
7. Carefully dust the top with flour and tear off a piece of dough of the desired size. Place it on the work surface and add as much flour as the dough will absorb.
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Step 8
8. It should be soft, elastic, and not stick to your hands. Knead it thoroughly. That's it: homemade yeast bread dough is ready. All that's left is to shape it as desired and place it on parchment paper for baking.
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Step 9
9. Make cuts on top with a sharp knife, and let the dough rest for about 40 minutes. Then place the baking sheet in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes, until the bread is golden brown.
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Step 10
10. You'll end up with such a delicious bread with a crispy crust.