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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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These small, perfectly portioned loaves have a wonderful flavor and texture.Nila Towler, Baird, Texas Ingredients:
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°) |
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 cup milk |
2 teaspoons butter, melted |
additional melted butter |
Directions:
1. Combine yeast, sugar and water in a large bowl. Add 11/2 cups of flour, salt, milk and butter. Mix for 3 minutes on medium speed. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
3. Punch dough down; shape into loaves. Place in two greased 5-3/4-in. x 3-in. x 2-in. pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
4. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Brush tops with melted butter. Yield: 2 loaves (4 slices each).
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