Simple Flour, Water, and Salt Bread

Ingredients:

• • 1 tablespoon of sugar (20g)
  • 1 pack of dry yeast (10g)
  • 2.5 glasses of water (500ml)

• • 5.5 cups of flour (660g)
  • 1 teaspoon of salt (8g)
  • 2 tablespoons of oil (20ml)

Directions:

1. 1. Activate the Yeast: In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water (not hot). Sprinkle the dry yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
   2. Mix the Dough: Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well until a dough forms.

1. 1. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
   2. First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
   3. Shape the Loaf

5. 5. Shape the Loaf: Punch down the dough and knead it briefly to release the air. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
   6. Second Rise: Cover the loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
   7. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

5. Bake the Bread: Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
6. Cool the Bread: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Rising Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes