Here’s a simple recipe for homemade bread along with estimated nutrition information:
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until foamy.
- Add the flour, salt, and olive oil or melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. You can use a loaf pan or shape it into a free-form loaf and place it on a baking sheet.
- Cover the loaf with a kitchen towel and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If desired, slash the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition (per serving, approximately):
- Calories: 150-200
- Protein: 4-6g
- Fat: 3-5g
- Carbohydrates: 25-30g
- Fiber: 1-2g
- Sugars: 1-2g
- Sodium: 300-400mg
These values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes. Enjoy your homemade bread!