Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/4 cups warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg, room temperature
Instructions:
Activate the Yeast:
In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center.
Combine Wet Ingredients:
Pour the activated yeast mixture into the well of the dry ingredients. Add the softened butter and the room-temperature egg.
Knead the Dough:
Mix the ingredients with a wooden spoon until a dough starts to form. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
First Rise:
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1-1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Shape the Loaf:
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a rectangle and then roll it up tightly into a loaf.
Second Rise:
Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan, cover it again with the kitchen towel, and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes, or until it reaches just above the edges of the pan.
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake:
Once the dough has risen, bake it in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown, and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
Cool:
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and Enjoy:
Once the bread has cooled, slice it and use it to make your favorite sandwiches. The Chef Alina Sandwich Bread is perfect for both sweet and savory fillings.
Store:
Store any leftover bread in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
This irresistible sandwich bread is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy the delicious aroma and flavor of freshly baked Chef Alina Sandwich Bread!