Ingredients:
- 500g bread flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 300ml warm water
- 7g dried yeast or 15g fresh yeast
- 10g salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Make a well in the center.
- Dissolve the yeast in warm water. Pour the yeast mixture into the well in the flour.
- Add the olive oil.
- Gradually mix the flour into the wet ingredients until it forms a sticky dough.
- Knead the Dough:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First Rise:
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl.
- Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Bread:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air.
- Divide the dough into smaller portions, shaping each one into a ball.
- Form each ball into the desired shape (as seen in the image, elongated rolls).
- Second Rise:
- Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cover with a cloth and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).
- Just before baking, make a deep cut along the top of each loaf using a sharp knife.
- Place the tray in the oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool:
- Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack.
Enjoy your homemade bread! Let me know if you need any further details or variations on the recipe.
