Matariki Festival 2016: Paraoa (bread) Cook-off

Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture along with melted butter and milk.

Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.

Place the loaf in a greased loaf pan and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Bake the loaf for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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