Country Bread Recipe ๐
Description: Make and share this delicious Country Bread recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This hearty bread is perfect for any occasion, with a rustic flavor that will transport you to the countryside with every bite.
Recipe Category: Yeast Breads
Keywords: Breads, Canadian, Bread Machine, Small Appliance, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/3 | cups water |
| 1 | tablespoon olive oil |
| 1 | tablespoon honey |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | tablespoon sugar |
| 1 1/2 | cups white bread flour |
| 1 1/2 | cups whole wheat flour |
| 1 | tablespoon Vital Gluten |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1519.9
- Fat Content: 20.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1184.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 297.4g
- Fiber Content: 26.5g
- Sugar Content: 22.7g
- Protein Content: 46.4g
Cooking Times:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours and 5 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Recipe Instructions:
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Prepare the Bread Machine: Add the liquids โ water, olive oil, and honey โ into the bread machine pan.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the white bread flour, whole wheat flour, salt, sugar, and Vital Gluten. Ensure the dry ingredients are thoroughly combined.
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Add Dry Ingredients to Bread Machine: Pour the mixed dry ingredients on top of the liquids already in the bread machine pan. Make a small well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yeast.
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Start the Bread Machine: Close the bread machine and set it to bake for 3 hours. Alternatively, you can use the Dough cycle if you prefer.
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Remove Dough: Once the bread machine has finished, carefully remove the dough from the machine.
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Knead and Shape: Knead the dough lightly and then cut it in half. Form each half into a loaf shape.
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Let the Dough Rise: Place the formed loaves onto a baking sheet or into greased loaf pans. Allow them to rise for about 1 hour, or until they have doubled in size.
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Preheat the Oven: While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
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Bake the Bread: Once the dough has risen, bake the loaves in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Cool and Enjoy: Remove the loaves from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy your freshly baked Country Bread with your favorite spreads or as a side to your favorite meals!
This Country Bread recipe is a wonderful addition to any meal, and its homemade goodness will have your family and friends coming back for more. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s bake some delicious bread together!
