Small Batch Dinner Rolls Ingredients * ⅓ cup warm water * 2 teaspoons dry active yeast * 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil * 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour sifted and divided * 1 tablespoon sugar * ½ teaspoons salt * 1 egg beaten
Instructions 1. Pour warm water (temperature of 105 to 115 degrees F) into a small bowl and add the sugar and yeast. Quickly stir and let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is activated and foamy. 2. Grease a small square or rectangular baking dish. 3. Into a stand mixer bowl or large mixing bowl, combine one cup of flour, salt, egg, olive oil, and yeast mixture. Knead with a dough hook for about 5 minutes or until smooth. If mixture is too sticky and wet, slowly add the additional flour (a tablespoon at a time) until dough is smooth. 4. Divide the dough and shape it into 4 balls. 5. Place balls in the prepared baking dish and cover with a cloth. Allow rising for 30 minutes until almost doubled the size in a warm place. 6. Preheat oven to 400°F. 7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown. 8. Brush with melted butter while still hot and serve.
French Bread Ingredients * 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour * 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast * 1 tablespoon sugar * 2 teaspoons salt * 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F) * 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions 1. Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. 2. Mix the Dough: Add salt and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes with a stand mixer until smooth and elastic. 3. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover with a clean towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size. 4. Shape the Loaves: Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a 12-inch log and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. 5. Second Rise: Cover the loaves with a towel and let them rise for 30-40 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375°F. 6. Bake: Using a sharp kni
