Growing up, my family's schedule seemed to revolve around mealtime. I have to attribute my love for home cooked food to my mother. She didn't believe in cereal and made us breakfast every morning. I think that deserves some kind of award. Pancakes were my favorite breakfast growing up and my mom made hers from scratch. To be honest, I didn't know you could buy pancake mix at the store until I went to college. I don't claim to be a fabulous cook. I just wanted a place to keep and share all the recipes I love.
My family all came together in the evenings to eat dinner. It was at this time that relationships were built and strengthened. I believe that family dinner is an important tool for cultivating love and strengthening the family. This is why I cook. This is why I share.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Easy French Bread

The other day my friend Sarah and I were talking about making bread I haven't made a lot of bread before and a lot of the recipes I've tried result in heavy bread. She shared this recipe with me, and it was much lighter! Another plus was how easy it was. It took me about two and a half hours from beginning to end. It was delish, especially right when it had come out of the oven. I think fresh baked bread has to be the ultimate comfort food! I ate half a loaf by myself right when it came out of the oven. Sick, I know! I just couldn't help myself. You won't be able to either!
Ingredients:
  • 2 1/2 cups luke warm water
  • 2 Tbsp. yeast
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. oil
  • 6 cups flour

Directions:

Add ingredients in order. Stir 5 times, 10 minutes apart (I do this in my kitchen-aid mixer with the kneading tool). Divide roll. Shape. Place on cookie sheet. Cover lightly with a clean dish towel and let rise 30 minutes. Top with melted butter and bake at 350 degress for 25-30 minutes or until golden.

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