Shepherd’s Bread Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 57 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 2 hours
๐ Total Time: 2 hours and 57 minutes
๐ฅ Description: Shepherd’s Bread, a delightful recipe from lovewithrecipes.com, is a hearty and wholesome bread perfect for any occasion. This bread boasts a fluffy texture with a golden-brown crust, making it a favorite among bread enthusiasts. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll enjoy creating and savoring this delightful loaf.
๐ Recipe Category: Yeast Breads
๐ Keywords: Breads, Healthy, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 5546.3
- Fat Content: 104.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 60.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 244mg
- Sodium Content: 6673.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 1009.1g
- Fiber Content: 34g
- Sugar Content: 103.1g
- Protein Content: 126.5g
๐ฝ๏ธ Recipe Yield: 1 loaf
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Hot water | 3 cups |
| Salt | 2 1/2 tsp |
| Margarine | 1/2 cup |
| Shortening | 1 tbsp |
| Active dry yeast | 1 package |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 9 1/2 cups |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine hot water, margarine, sugar, and salt. Stir until the margarine melts completely. Allow the mixture to cool until it reaches a warm temperature.
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Activate Yeast: Stir in the active dry yeast until fully dissolved. Cover the bowl and place it in a warm area until the mixture becomes bubbly, indicating that the yeast is activated.
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Form Batter: Add 5 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Use a wooden spoon to beat the ingredients together until a thick batter forms.
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Knead Dough: Gradually incorporate the remaining 3 1/2 cups of flour into the batter, forming a stiff dough. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for approximately 10 minutes, or until smooth. Add additional flour as needed to prevent sticking.
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First Rise: Grease a Dutch oven generously and place the kneaded dough inside. Cover the Dutch oven and set it in a warm location to rise until doubled in size.
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Punch Down and Knead: Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down gently to release any air bubbles. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it briefly.
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Second Rise: Return the dough to the greased Dutch oven and cover it again. Allow the dough to rise until it pushes up against the lid, approximately 1/2 inch.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Place the covered Dutch oven with the risen dough inside the preheated oven and bake for 12 minutes.
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Final Bake: After 12 minutes, remove the lid from the Dutch oven and continue baking for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
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Cool and Serve: Once baked, transfer the Shepherd’s Bread onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy the delicious aroma and taste of freshly baked homemade bread!
This Shepherd’s Bread recipe yields a single loaf of irresistible bread, perfect for enjoying with your favorite spreads or as an accompaniment to soups and salads. Embrace the warmth and comfort of homemade bread with this delightful recipe!
