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Thrifty Homemade Sandwich Bread Recipe

Thrifty Homemade Sandwich Bread Recipe
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This Thrifty Homemade Sandwich Bread is a simple, budget-friendly recipe that yields a soft, flavorful loaf perfect for sandwiches and everyday use. Made with basic pantry ingredients like yeast, flour, sugar, and vegetable oil, this bread is easy to prepare and ideal for bakers of all skill levels.

Ingredients

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Liquids and Yeast

  • 1 cup hot water (warm, not scalding)
  • 2–3/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet + 1/2 tsp)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour OR bread flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Bloom Yeast: Mix the hot water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl and stir gently. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy and ‘blooms,’ indicating it is active and ready.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Pour the yeast mixture into a stand mixer bowl. Add vegetable oil, salt, and flour one cup at a time. Use the dough hook attachment to mix, or alternatively use a hand mixer and later knead by hand.
  3. Knead the Dough: Continue mixing until the dough clings to the hook and pulls away cleanly from the bowl, about 3-4 minutes after the dough stops sticking. This ensures gluten development for a good rise.
  4. First Rise: Remove the dough, shape into a ball, and place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a draft-free spot for about 1.5 hours until doubled in size. Alternatively, use the yogurt setting on an Instant Pot to speed this rise.
  5. Punch and Shape: Punch down the risen dough to release air bubbles. Shape it into a smooth oval loaf and tuck the seams underneath.
  6. Prepare to Proof: Place the dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover loosely with plastic wrap sprayed lightly with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
  7. Second Rise: Allow the dough to rise a second time until nearly doubled, approximately 1 hour.
  8. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf in the pan for approximately 25 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers about 190°F (88°C). Let cool before slicing.

Notes

  • Water should be warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
  • You can use all-purpose or bread flour depending on availability; bread flour will yield a chewier texture.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness precisely.
  • For quicker rising times, proof the dough inside a warm oven or Instant Pot on a yogurt setting.
  • Store bread in an airtight container or bag once cooled to maintain freshness.

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