Best Quick French Bread Recipes

QUICK FRENCH BREAD

Steps:

• Add the yeast to the water in a medium-large bowl, then sprinkle the sugar over the top of it.
• Let it sit for five minutes or so, or until the yeast mixture looks frothy on top.
• Stir in the salt, oil, and flour.
• Put a bowl of water in the microwave and heat it for a couple of minutes.
• Knead the dough until it's smooth, and comes away from the sides of the bowl easily. Add a bit more flour if it's sticky.
• Remove the water from the microwave and put in the dough. Let the dough rise in the microwave, door closed, for 15-30 minutes, until dough is almost doubled in size. (it was only about 1 1/2 times bigger for me, and was awesome!).
• Now remove the dough and divide into two equal balls. Roll into rectangles, and then roll up, jelly roll style. Place both loaves next to each other ion lightly greased cookie sheet. Cover and let rise while you heat your oven to 375 degrees. Bake both loaves for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown.
• EAT!

FRENCH GARLIC AND HERB BREAD (QUICK AND EASY)

Steps:

• Cut loaf into 1/2 inch to 1 inch thick circles.
• Melt butter and mix in all the herbs.
• Brush butter mixture unto the bread liberally.
• Rub a little garlic on each circle and sprinkle with cheese.
• Toast under broiler until crispy. (about 1 to 2 minutes).
• Serve right away.

QUICK GARLIC, PARMESAN FRENCH BREAD

Steps:

• 1. In the bowl of a mixer mix your yeast, honey, and water. Cover and let sit for about 15 minutes, until bubbly.
• 2. Add your flour, and salt, mix using a dough hook (or knead by hand) for about 5 minutes or until nice and smooth. Add in the garlic and Parmesan cheese until incorporated.
• 3. On a floured counter divide the dough in half and shape into 2 loaves. If you want lines sliced into the top slice them now. Cover with a dishtowel and let rise for 20 minutes.
• 4. Brush the tops of the loaves with olive oil , place on a baking sheet, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before cutting.