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Two & Three

Last time I cut all the ingredients in half to make one loaf, this time, I use the full amount to make two. Use the standing mixer, focused on kneading the dough thoroughly this time.

Did not know how to shape the dough properly at the end. Also, the dough was kind of dry and would not stick together. Though with better texture, but still drier than I like. The crust was really nice, almost like scone.

The second try
The second try

Update: Wednesday 10/25

Same ingredient, make the dough by whisking dry ingredients into the well of yeast water gradually. Instead of kneading the dough, pulling and folding it over and over for about 10 times. Still it was not sticky at all. Properly divided the dough and shaped it at the end. Came out even better than the last one. Lasted for a couple of days without drying up like the last one.

Make the dough
Third time is the charm
Third time is the charm

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Bread

Everyone needs a hobby. I had done a lot of workout, especially push ups, during the pandemic. Now I want a new hobby, might as well start with making bread.

Starting with this easy recipe. Took about 3 hours from start to finish. The loaf is a bit stiff and too sweet. Will be cutting down on sugar for the next time.

First, made from scratch, loaf of bread

Excerpt from Easy Home Made Bread Recipe

  • 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 5-6 cups flour –You can use all-purpose flour OR bread flour!
  1. In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and then stir in yeast. Allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
  2. Mix salt and oil into the yeast. Mix in flour one cup at a time.
  3. Knead dough for 7 minutes. Place in a well oiled bowl, and turn dough to coat. Cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
  4. Punch dough down. Knead for 1 minute and divide in half. Shape into loaves and place into two greased 9×5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30-40 minutes.
  6. Cool, brush with butter and enjoy!