Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water (aim for 107-110°F)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups bread flour (give or take 1/2 cup, depending on heat & humidity)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water, yeast, and honey/sugar; let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- Add salt and olive oil to the yeast mixture, then gradually mix in half the flour.
- Incorporate the remaining flour until you have a sticky dough.
- Knead the dough for about 6 minutes by hand or with a stand mixer.
- Grease a bowl and the dough, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
Last Step:
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Ensure yeast is active by checking for bubbles after mixing.
Feel free to use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
Store any leftover dough wrapped tightly in plastic wrap.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours (rising time)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 3.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0