Made In Arizona: Barrio Bread in Tucson using local ingredients to make artisan bread

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining moisture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water keeps it simple.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds well.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, while brown sugar adds depth.

Activate yeast in warm water with sugar until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour, salt, and anise seeds in a large bowl.

Mix in the activated yeast mixture, melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or desired shape.

Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Let the dough rest for 20-30 minutes to rise slightly again.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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