Traditional Bread Recipe

Directions

1. Dissolve yeast and warm water into a mixing bowl and let sit until the yeast starts to bubble (If your water is chlorinated you may need to use bottled water. The chlorine can kill the yeast.).

2. Stir in milk, sugar, salt, egg, butter, and 2 cups flour.
3. Using a whisk, mix until smooth.
4. Mix in enough remaining flour to make the dough easy to handle.
5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
6. Place dough into a greased bowl; turn greased side up. Cover; let rise in a warm place until doubled. The time will vary depending on room temperature and humidity.
7. Punch down dough. Divide the dough according to your creations.
8. Let rise for 20 minutes before baking.
9. Heat oven to 375° F.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes.