Quick Rise French Bread
Directions
- 1Mix five cups of flour, a tablespoon of instant yeast, two and a half teaspoons each of sugar and salt in a bowl.
- 2Then add in two cups of warm water.
- 3Mix for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth.
- 4Let the dough rise until doubled.
- 5Roll the dough into a log.
- 6Score three times across the top.
- 7Allow for one more rise until puffy.
- 8Bake at 375°F until the bottom sounds hollow.
- 9Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Ingredients
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- 2.5 tsp salt
- 2.5 tsp sugar
- 2 cups warm water
Equipment
bowlfloured surfacebaking sheetoven
Tips
- Don't skip the diagonal cuts on top; they help the bread expand properly while baking for a classic shape and texture.
- Add flour as needed if the dough is sticky during kneading.
- Cool 10 minutes before slicing.
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