Description

ATK

Ingredients

1⁄2 C. warm water (105 to 115 degrees)
2 1/4 tsp. rapid-rise yeast
1 1⁄4 C. water
2T extra virgin olive oil
4 cup (20 ounces) bread four
1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt

Directions

1. Measure the warm water in to a 2-cup measuring cup. Sprinkle in the yeast and let stand until the yeast dissolves and swells, about 5 minutes. Add the room-temperature water and oil and stir to combine.

2. Place the flour and salt in the deep bowl of a standing mixer. With a paddle attachment, briefly combine the dry ingredients at low speed. Slowly add the liquid ingredients and continue to mix at low speed until a cohesive mass forms. Stop the mixer and replace the paddle with the dough hook. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Form the dough into a ball, put it in a deep oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap. Let rise until doubled in size, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.