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Yeast: Crusty Country Loaf




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List of Ingredients




2 packages of dry yeast
2 cups of warm water
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 eggs, beaten
5 tablespoons melted butter
6 cups flour



Recipe



Dissolve yeast and 2 tablespoons sugar in warm water, let stand 5-10 minutes to proof. Add the remaining sugar, salt, eggs, melted butter and 3 cups of flour. Mix well and slowly add remaining flour until incorporated. You may need more or less flour to reach the correct consistency.

Turn dough out onto floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes. Shape dough into a ball and place into a lightly oiled bowl, turning dough over to grease all sides. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

Punch down dough and dived in half. Place one half on floured surface and roll into a 9 x 18 inch rectangle. Beginning at narrow edge, roll up dough, pressing firmly to eliminate any air bubbles. Pinch the seam and ends to seal dough. Place the dough seam side down into a greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan. Repeat with other half of dough.

Brush tops of dough with vegetable oil or melted butter. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 - 35 minutes or until loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

YIELD: 2 Loaves