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A freshly baked loaf of homemade white bread on a cooling rack.

How to grow 3 Homemade White Bread loavesHomemade White Bread

This recipe guides you through making three loaves of homemade white bread, perfect for sandwiches or toast. It involves simple ingredients and clear steps to achieve delicious, fluffy bread.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 3 cups warm water
  • 2 packages active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 6 cups all-purpose flour
For Baking
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
Equipment
  • 3 loaf pans
  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 baking sheet

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Loaf pans (3)
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and stir in sugar, salt, and oil.
  2. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat, then cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
Baking
  1. Punch down the dough, divide into three portions, and shape each into a loaf.
  2. Place loaves in greased loaf pans, cover, and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  4. Brush baked loaves with melted butter and cool on wire racks.

Notes

For best results, ensure your yeast is fresh. The bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.