Sandwich Bread Recipe

This recipe makes 2 loaves of bread.

Ingredients

• 2 cups warm water
• 1 3/4 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup honey or sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 5 1/2 – 6 cups flour

Directions

1. Mix water, yeast, and sugar and let sit until foamy. 5-10 minutes
2. Add salt, butter, and 5 cups of flour. Add final cup of flour after mixing the dough.
3. Knead for 5-10 minutes, adding extra water, a few teaspoons at a time, as necessary if the flour is too flaky.
4. Place dough in an oiled bowl and let rise until it’s doubled. About 1 hour.
5. Divide in 2 parts, shape into 2 loaves by laying flat to width of bread pan and rolling.
6. Pinch the seams and tuck the corners under.
7. Let rest again in the bread pans for about 45 minutes.
8. Bake at 350ºF for 35-40 minutes until golden brown on top.
9. Let rest in pan for about 10 minutes then remove onto a rack.