Fleischmann's Active Dry Yeast White Bread
This classic white bread recipe produces a soft, fluffy loaf with a golden crust, perfect for sandwiches or toast. Using Fleischmann's Active Dry Yeast ensures a reliable rise and delicious homemade flavor.
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Ingredients
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. Sprinkle Fleischmann's Active Dry Yeast over the top and let stand for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Add oil (or melted butter) and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir in 2 cups of flour and mix until smooth.
Gradually add remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 6-8 minutes, adding flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, turning to coat all sides. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release air. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes, or until the dough is about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the loaf for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Remove from pan and cool on a wire rack before slicing.
