This classic Dry Yeast Bread recipe is a comforting staple that’s easy to make and perfect for beginner bakers. Using Fleischmann’s dry yeast, it yields a fluffy and slightly sweet loaf with a tender crumb and golden crust. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply served warm with butter, this bread brings back the warmth of home baking. Its handwritten form suggests it’s cherished for its simplicity, adaptability, and the warm memories it evokes of fresh bread wafting from the oven.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water (lukewarm )
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 packet dry yeast (Fleischmann’s)
- 1 tbsp salt
- 4 tbsp shortening
- 5 tbsp sugar
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
Step 1: Activate Yeast
- Stir 1 teaspoon of sugar into 2 cups of lukewarm water.
- Add the dry yeast and let it stand for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Add Remaining Ingredients
- Mix in 1 tablespoon salt, 4 tablespoons shortening, and 5 tablespoons sugar.
Step 3: Mix the Dough
- Stir in 6 cups of flour gradually. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
Step 4: First Rise
- Place the dough in a greased pan in a warm room.
- Let it stand until doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape and Second Rise
- Punch down the dough and shape it into buns or loaves.
- Put into greased pans. Let rise until doubled again.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
- Serve hot.
Tips
- Substitute butter for shortening for a richer flavor.
- Add 1 tsp of dried herbs (like rosemary or thyme) for a savory twist.
- Use honey instead of sugar for a natural sweetness.
- Add an egg to the dough for extra richness and structure.
Nutrition
Calories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 68mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg
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