Simple white bread

8 servings

120 minutes

Simple white bread is a symbol of home comfort and the traditions of Russian cuisine. Its recipe has been passed down through generations, remaining unchanged in its simplicity. This bread features an airy crumb, a crispy golden crust, and a pleasant slightly sweet taste. Thanks to dry yeast and careful kneading, it turns out especially tender and aromatic. White bread is perfect for breakfast with butter and jam, accompanying soups and hot dishes, as well as making classic sandwiches. Its softness and versatility make it an essential part of the daily diet, while the baking process fills the home with warmth and coziness.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 299.8
• Proteins: 9.3g
• Fats: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 61.8g

Ingredients

• Premium wheat flour: 700 g
• Salt: 1 tbsp
• Dry yeast: 1 tsp
• Golden fine sugar: 1 tsp
• Water: 425 ml

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to the lowest temperature.

2. Heat the flour in the oven for 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Premium wheat flour: 700 g

3. Sift flour, yeast, salt, and sugar into a large bowl. Make a well in the center and pour in warm water. Knead the dough first with a wooden spoon and then by hand, adding a little more water if necessary. Place the dough on a floured surface and knead well for 3 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   Required ingredients:

   • Premium wheat flour: 700 g
   • Dry yeast: 1 teaspoon
   • Salt: 1 tablespoon
   • Golden fine sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Water: 425 ml

4. Transfer the dough to a clean bowl and cover it with plastic wrap lightly greased on the inside. Leave the bowl at room temperature for about 2 hours, until the dough doubles in size.

5. Then knead the dough for a couple of minutes to release the air, divide it into 2 equal parts and shape them into elongated forms. Roll each piece by folding one edge to the center and the other down. Place the prepared dough in greased loaf pans and sprinkle with flour on top. Put the pans in greased plastic bags and leave for an hour until the dough rises to the edges of the pans.

   Required ingredients:

   • Premium wheat flour: 700 g

6. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 230 degrees.

7. Bake the loaves on the middle rack for 30–40 minutes, or 35–45 minutes if baking 1 large loaf.

8. Remove the bread from the molds and return it to the oven for another 5-10 minutes to brown the crust. Cool on a rack.