Salvadorean Style French Bread

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and lower in calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with flavor.

Mix yeast with warm water and sugar; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour and salt in a large bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, milk, melted butter, and eggs to the flour mixture; stir until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.

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

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into loaves or rolls.

Place shaped dough on a baking sheet; cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

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