One day I was wanting to make some little sandwich baguettes and looked for a recipe that might be a bit faster than the all day one that I've used before. I found this one and I love it!
Hot, Crusty French Bread
1 c. warm water
1 pkg. yeast
about 3/4 tsp. salt
approximately 2½ c. flour
In a large bowl, combine water with yeast and salt. Let sit for five minutes. Stir in flour until the dough is stiff enough to knead. Knead dough until smooth and elastic. Place dough in a greased bowl; cover. Let rise until doubled. (TIP: heat water in microwave for about 5 minutes while kneading and then place bowl with dough in warm moist microwave. Will take about 30 minutes to double!!) Form dough into a French-style loaf and place on greased baking sheet. (Dust baking sheet with cornmeal if desired). Place immediately in COLD oven (bread will rise while oven preheats). Set oven to 375° and timer for 30-40 minutes. Makes one loaf or 4 small sandwich sized baguettes.
1 comment:
I finally tried this and it is very good! So easy!
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