BUTTERMILK BREAD

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"This bread reminds me of sourdough without the trouble of having to prepare and replenish the starter," says Nita Anderson of Florence, Alabama. "Buttermilk gives a light tartness to the chewy loaf. It's a great all-purpose bread."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds, 16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)
1/2 cup warm buttermilk (70° to 80°)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups bread flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basil bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.