Description
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 package (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- Activate the Yeast
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Stir in the yeast and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Combine Ingredients
- Add flour, salt, and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- Knead the Dough
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- First Rise
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Shape and Second Rise
- Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan. Allow it to rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until doubled.
- Bake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool and Serve
- Let the bread cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
