MOM'S CASSEROLE BREAD

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A yeasty, single rise, white bread baked in a casserole bowl. This was my mother's go-to recipe to accompany a hearty soup, stew, or chili. Good for a pot-luck dinner. I've been known to pair it with a strong cheese and nice wine.. for a romantic picnic.

Provided by Chef Come Lately

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h55m

Yield 1 round loaf, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/4 ounces dry yeast
2 cups warm water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
4 cups unsifted flour

Steps:

  • Using a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
  • Stir in sugar, salt, softened butter or margarine, and 3 cups of the flour. Blend until smooth.
  • Using a wooden spoon, beat in remaining cup of flour.
  • Cover bowl with wax paper, or plastic wrap. loosely. Not tight. Let bowl sit in warm, dry place , out of a draft, to rise for about 45 minutes. It will more than double in bulk.
  • Again using a wooden spoon, beat down the mixture for about a half minute. Place in a greased glass or ceramic bowl for baking.
  • Bake at 375°F for 50 - 55 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool on rack for a few minutes. Pop out of bowl, and let cool a bit more. Serve warm in wedges with butter. or your favorite soup, stew, or chili. Or maybe with a hunk of great cheese and a bottle of wine!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.1, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 1227.7, Carbohydrate 108.3, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 6.6, Protein 19.4

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