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Soft Dinner Bread

A simple yet delicious recipe for soft dinner bread that’s perfect for family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warmed milk with sugar and yeast. Let sit until frothy.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour yeast mixture into the flour mixture and add softened butter.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
  5. Let it rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled in size.
  6. Shape the rolls: Punch down the dough, divide into 12 portions, and shape into balls.
  7. Second rise: Place shaped rolls in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise until puffed.
  8. Bake the rolls: Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown and brush with melted butter.
  9. Cool and serve: Let cool slightly before enjoying.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or as a side to soups and salads. These rolls are perfect for sopping up sauces.

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Keywords: bread, dinner rolls, baking, family recipe, comfort food