BBC recipes recipe for easy homemade bread

Okay, let’s talk about bread. Not the fancy artisanal kind that costs like $10 a loaf at the farmer’s market. I’m talking about the simple, no-fuss, slap-it-together kind of bread that makes your kitchen smell like heaven. The BBC has this super easy homemade bread recipe that I’ve been making for years, and it never lets me down. It’s the kind of recipe where you don’t need a degree in baking science—just flour, water, yeast, and a little patience. And trust me, if I can do it without burning down the kitchen, so can you.

I first tried this recipe when I was snowed in one winter and ran out of bread. Desperate times call for desperate measures, right? Turns out, it was the best thing that could’ve happened. Now I make it all the time, and my kids think I’m some kind of baking wizard. Spoiler: I’m not. The recipe’s just that good.

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Recipe Title: BBC recipes recipe for easy homemade bread

Servings: 1 loaf (about 8 slices)

Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour to rise)

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Calories: 160 kcal per slice

Ingredients:

• 500g strong white bread flour (plus extra for dusting)
• 1 tsp salt
• 7g sachet fast-action yeast
• 300ml warm water (not too hot, not too cold)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (or any oil you have)

Directions:

1. Mix the flour, salt, and yeast in a big bowl. Make a little well in the middle.
2. Pour in the warm water and oil. Stir it all together with a wooden spoon (or your hands if you’re feeling brave).
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until it’s smooth and stretchy. If it’s sticky, add a little more flour.
4. Put the dough back in the bowl, cover it with a damp towel, and let it rise for about an hour. It should double in size—like magic!
5. Punch the dough down (this is the fun part), shape it into a loaf, and put it on a baking tray. Let it rise again for another 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until it’s golden and sounds hollow when you tap the bottom.
7. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Or don’t—I won’t judge if you eat it warm with butter melting all over.

Seriously, that’s it. No fancy equipment, no weird ingredients. Just bread the way it’s meant to be.

Nutrition Info (per serving)

Ingredient Swaps

Tips

• If your dough isn’t rising, check your yeast. Old yeast = sad flat bread.
• Don’t skip the kneading! It’s what gives the bread its texture. Put on some music and pretend you’re in a baking competition.
• If the crust is too hard, brush it with a little butter right after baking. Soft crust = happy mouth.

FAQ

Q: Can I add stuff to this bread, like seeds or herbs?
A: Absolutely! Throw in some rosemary, garlic, or sunflower seeds when you’re mixing the dough. Go wild.

Q: Why does my bread taste bland?
A: Did you forget the salt? I’ve done that. Salt = flavor. Don’t skip it.

Q: Can I make this in a bread machine?
A: Sure, but where’s the fun in that? Just kidding. Yeah, you can—follow your machine’s instructions.

That’s it, folks. Easy homemade bread that’ll make you feel like a superstar. No fancy skills required, just a little time and a lot of love. Let me know how it turns out if you try it—I’d love to hear your bread adventures!