Chef Dominique Crenn shares her Unity Bread (Pain de Mie) recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a similar flavor profile.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

Mix flour, yeast, and sugar in a bowl.

Add milk and creme fraiche, then mix together.

Gradually add flour, mixing gently.

Add salt and sugar, then incorporate butter.

Knead the dough until soft and slightly sticky.

Place the dough in a bowl and let it rise for 30 minutes, covered with a towel.

After rising, shape the dough and let it proof again for 30 minutes.

Brush the top with egg wash before baking.

Bake in the oven for 35-45 minutes at 195°C (about 385°F).

Let the bread cool for 30 minutes before slicing.

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