SOURDOUGH-LIKE BEER BREAD (FRENCH TYPE)

Sourdough-like Beer Bread (french type) image

Provided by Christe Harwood

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c flour, bread flour preferred
2 pkg yeast
1/4 c sugar
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c water
1 1/2 c warm beer
3 Tbsp oil
2- 2 1/2 c flour

Steps:

1. In large bowl combine 2 c. flour, yeast, sugar and salt. Mix well.
2. In saucepan heat to 120-130 degrees the water, beer and oil.
3. Add to flour mixture and beat till all lumps are gone. Now add flour.
4. Make a soft dough. Knead on floured surface till smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in greased bowl and cover. Let rise in warm place until light and doubled, about 1 hr. Divide into 2 parts.
5. On lightly floured surface, roll or pat dough to a 7 x 11 rectangle. Start with longer side, roll up tightly pressing dough into roll with each turn. Pinch edges and ends to seal. Place seam-side down on greased cookie sheet (jelly roll pan). Let rise to light & double, about 30 minutes. Bake at 375 for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.