French Bread
Helena Jansen invites you to bake your own French Bread with her simple and delicious recipe. With its crispy crust and soft interior, this bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying on its own. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread!
- Serves: 2 people
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Bonjour! Join Helena Jansen in her kitchen as she shares her recipe for homemade French Bread. With its golden crust and tender crumb, this classic loaf is sure to become a staple in your home. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and experience the joy of baking bread from scratch!
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Stir the mixture until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and water. Brush the mixture over the top of the loaf.
- Using a sharp knife, make shallow slashes across the top of the loaf.
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
That's a wrap for Helena Jansen's French Bread recipe! We hope you enjoyed this journey through the art of bread-making. Whether enjoyed warm with a pat of butter or used to make the ultimate sandwich, this bread is sure to delight your taste buds. Bon appétit!
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