Ingredients:
- 2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 6 cups bread flour
Directions:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water, and then stir in the yeast. Allow to proof until the yeast resembles a creamy foam, about 5-10 minutes.
- Mix salt and oil into the yeast mixture. Gradually add the flour one cup at a time, stirring well after each addition.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Place the dough in a well-oiled bowl, and turn to coat the surface. Cover with a damp cloth and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal parts. Shape into loaves and place into two well-oiled 9×5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until the dough has risen 1 inch above the pans.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the loaves sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from pans and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including rising time)
Kcal: 160 kcal per slice | Servings: 24 slices (2 loaves)