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Homemade French Bread: The Best Recipe for Delicious Loaves

Homemade French Bread

Learn how to make delicious homemade French bread with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until foamy.
  2. Add flour and salt to the mixture, then knead until smooth.
  3. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
  4. Punch down the dough, shape it into loaves, and let it rise again.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, add steam in the oven during baking.
  • Allow the bread to cool on a rack before slicing.

Nutrition

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