Welcome, humans and human inhabitants of this world, to a new chapter of Paulina Kitchen . Today we are going to talk about French bread , how to make homemade French bread and we will share the original French bread recipe, the most classic and easy on the entire website.
It is a very delicious bread and can be consumed in many ways, either with butter and jam at breakfast, or as a base for sandwiches and toast. It is also commonly used to make croissants, a traditional French cake.
Let's look at how to prepare it at home.
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About the French bread
The French bread is a type of bread that is characterized by having a crispy cortex and a soft and spongy crumb . It is said that this bread has its origin in France , and has become very popular in many countries of the world.
The keys to the French bread recipe
The basic recipe for making French bread includes wheat flour, yeast, water and salt. Often, a little sugar or honey is added to give it a little sweetness and flavor.
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Some tips to succeed cooking homemade French bread
- Use good quality flour: the quality of the flour is important to obtain a spongy and soft bread. I recommend using good quality wheat flour to avoid mixing flours of different types.
- Add the salt with care: salt is important to taste the bread, but it can also inhibit the action of yeast. That is why it is important to add the salt with care and not exceed the recommended amount in the recipe.
- Let the dough light: it is important to let the slight dough very well before baking it. This allows yeast to act and make the dough grow, leading to a spongy and soft bread.
- Not overamasar: it is important not to knead the dough, this can make the bread dense and compact. Knead the dough until it is soft and elastic is enough, no more.
- Preheat the oven: the French bread is cooked at high temperatures, so it is important to use a hot oven to make the bark crispy and gold.
Different ways to use French bread
- Sandwiches: French bread is ideal for sandwiches , since its soft and airy crumb is easy to cut and adapts well to different landfills. You can use it to make ham and cheese sandwiches, tuna, chicken, tomato and cheese, among others.
- Panqueques: A very interesting way to do something simple but rich with French bread is in panqueque format, we have to crumble and mix it with eggs, milk and spices to make pancakes .
- Croutones: It can also be cut into small cubes and toast to make croutons , which can be used to decorate soups and salads.
- Rallado bread: French bread is the best to make breadcrumbs, this can serve to emphasize food or to make croquettes and other fried dishes.
- Toasted: French bread can also be cut into slices and toast. You can use them as the basis of different preparations.
So ... Did you have tried the French toast? Below I explain how to do them.
Homemade French bread recipe
Ingredients for 1 large bread
- 500 grams of wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 7 grams of dry yeast
- 300 ml of warm water
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
How to make homemade French bread step by step
- In a bowl mix the flour, salt and yeast. Add warm water and olive oil, mix everything until you get a soft and smooth dough.
- Take the dough to a smooth and slightly floured surface. Knead for about 10 minutes, until you feel elastic and smooth.
- Place the dough into a greased container and cover with a damp cloth. Let the dough rest in a warm place for an hour, or until it has folded its size. Preheat the oven at 220 ° C.
- Place the dough on a greased baking sheet and cover with a damp cloth. Let the dough rest for 10 more minutes.
- Using a sharp knife, make some superficial cuts to the PAN.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden and sounds hollow when touching it under.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.
French bread toast recipe
Ingredients
- 4 bread slices
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- Frying oil
Step by step, French toast:
- In a bowl beat the eggs. Then add the milk, the sugar and mix well.
- Pubs up each slice of bread in the egg and milk mixture for a few seconds so that it is wet well.
- Heat a pan with enough oil to cover the bottom.
- Place the slices of wet bread in the pan and fry over medium heat until they are brown on both sides.
- Place French bread toast on a plate with absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
