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slicing a loaf of fresh bread in 2 hours
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Bread in under 2 hours

This delicious, soft sandwich bread is done in under 2 hours from start to finish!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Bread, Fast Bread Recipe, Fresh Bread, Yeast
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 1 loaf
Author Mary Rose

Equipment

  • 1 1 Pound Loaf Pan
  • 1 Stand Mixer

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 Cups Lukewarm Water
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp honey can use agave or maple syrup, or omit all together
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
  • 3 cups Flour Can use All Purpose or Whole Wheat

Instructions

  • Add lukewarm water to stand mixer bowl. Add all other ingredients, however, only add 2 cups of the flour at first. Mix until combined and add the remainder of the flour 1/4 cup at a time until it pulls from the side of the bowl.
  • Knead 6-8 minutes.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly greased surface and pat out into a rectangle. Roll into a loaf shape and place in 1 pound loaf pan.
  • Allow to rise 30 minutes covered with plastic or damp tea towel.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and allow the dough to rise further until the oven is preheated. Tip: Allow the dough to rise on top of the oven while it preheats.
  • Bake for 40 minutes.
  • Allow to cool on cooling rack completely before slicing.

Notes

Store in a plastic bag on the counter for up to 3-4 days.
Freeze in freezer bag for up to 3 months.