French Bread (“Rapid Rise”)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Quick and Easy Recipe for French Bread

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

219

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

French Bread is a classic bakery item that is perfect for sandwiches, soups, or just as a side dish. This recipe uses fast rising yeast, which eliminates the need for a long rise time, making it a quick and easy option for a homemade loaf of bread. The bread has a crispy crust and a chewy interior, making it a versatile and delicious bread perfect for any meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast until combined.
2.	Stir in the hot water until the dough comes together.
3.	Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover.
4.	Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes.
5.	Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper sprinkled with cornmeal.
6.	Shape the dough into 2 loaves and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
7.	Brush the egg white mixture on the top of each loaf.
8.	Bake the loaves for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

PROS

You can have fresh homemade French Bread in 30 minutes.

This recipe requires simple ingredients that are easily accessible.

CONS

The French Bread is a carb-heavy food, so it should be consumed in moderation.

The fast rising yeast may cause digestion issues in some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While French Bread may not be the healthiest food, it does offer some nutritional value.
The bread is a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and vitamins B and E. It also contains dietary fiber that can help with digestion.

	5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 tablespoon sugar
	2 teaspoons salt
	2 packages fast rising yeast
	2 cups hot water
	1 egg white
	1 tablespoon water
	cornmeal