FRENCH ONION BREAD

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I make this bread every week. My family never tires of it. I've shared it with friends and have received many compliments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 3 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
5-1/4 to 5-3/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
4 tablespoons sugar, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups hot water (120° to 130°)
1 envelope onion soup mix
3 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1/2 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar and salt; beat until smooth, about 1 minute. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine hot water, soup mix, shortening and remaining sugar. Cool to 115°. Add to yeast mixture with 2 cups flour; mix for 1-2 minutes. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch the dough down; divide into thirds. Shape into loaves; place in three greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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