Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and instant yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center.
- Once your yeast mixture is frothy, pour it into the well of the flour and add the olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough begins to come together.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Gently punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf by rolling it tightly and tucking the ends.
- Place your shaped loaf into a greased loaf pan, cover it again, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the dough has risen again, bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For maximum freshness, wrap in plastic wrap or foil at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze if longer storage is needed. To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
