The Best French Bread Recipe Quick & easy | La mejor receta de pan francés rápida y fácil

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds natural sweetness.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: instant yeast

Sourdough adds depth of flavor.

Proof the yeast by mixing 1 teaspoon of flour and 1 teaspoon of sugar into warm water, then add the yeast and let it foam for a few minutes.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, and salt to incorporate air.

Add shortening (butter) into the mixer with the flour mixture and mix slowly.

Add the proofed yeast to the flour mixture and mix on medium speed for 3 minutes until the dough is soft and not sticky.

Transfer the dough to a greased bowl with olive oil, cover with saran wrap and a towel, and let it proof in a warm place for 1 hour.

After proofing, roll the dough into a shape and place it on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper dusted with cornmeal.

Brush the top of the dough with an egg white mixed with a tablespoon of cold water.

Make diagonal slashes on top of the dough with a cutter.

Cover the dough again and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the bread for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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