Large Batch White Bread Recipe – 4 Loaves

Instructions

• In the bowl of your Ankarsrum or Bosch stand mixer equipped with the dough hook or roller, add the water.
• Add the yeast and half the sugar. Mix until combined and dissolved.
• Add the butter and the remaining sugar.
• Start putting in the flour. The mixture will get soupy.
• Continue to add flour. When you have about half of the flour in the mixer, add the salt.
• Add flour until the dough comes together and begins to form a dough ball. If you are using the Ankarsrum, you will start getting a doughnut shape as it kneads.
• Continue to knead and add flour until you get a soft, smooth dough ball.
• Once the dough is soft and stretchy, remove to a lightly greased bowl. Cover and let rise until it is doubled in size.
• Once the dough has doubled, remove to a large cutting board that is very lightly oiled.
• Knead the air out of the dough. Continue until it is smooth.
• Cut the dough into 4 loaves (or rolls if desired).
• Shape and pan each loaf.
• Cover each with a tea towel. Allow to rise until doubled in size or just above the loaf pan.
• Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 45 minutes depending on your oven. The bread is done when it is browned and hollow when tapped.
• If you desire, you can brush the tops of the loaves with softened butter about 5 minutes before it is done.
• Remove the bread to a cooling rack. Allow to fully cool.
• Slice and enjoy!