This traditional English toasting bread is a staple for breakfast or a hearty sandwich. Made with simple ingredients like bread flour, milk, and a touch of sugar, it develops a rich, slightly sweet flavor and a tender crumb. The addition of baking soda gives it a slight rise and distinct texture, while the cornmeal coating ensures a rustic, crunchy crust. Ideal for toasting until golden brown, this loaf pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or savory toppings. It’s a comforting, homemade treat that captures the essence of British baking traditions.
English Toasting Bread #1
Description
This traditional English toasting bread is a staple for breakfast or a hearty sandwich. Made with simple ingredients like bread flour, milk, and a touch of sugar, it develops a rich, slightly sweet flavor and a tender crumb. The addition of baking soda gives it a slight rise and distinct texture, while the cornmeal coating ensures a rustic, crunchy crust. Ideal for toasting until golden brown, this loaf pairs beautifully with butter, jam, or savory toppings. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting, homemade treat that captures the essence of British baking traditions.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine milk, water, bread flour, salt, sugar, baking soda, and yeast in the bread machine pan according to manufacturer's instructions.
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Select the dough cycle and press start to mix and knead the dough.
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Once the dough cycle completes and the machine beeps, turn off the machine.
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Remove the dough from the pan and place it onto a lightly floured surface.
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Grease a loaf pan and sprinkle the sides and bottom with cornmeal.
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Place the dough into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it evenly into the corners.
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Sprinkle the top of the dough with additional cornmeal.
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Cover the pan and let the dough rise in a warm place for 20-30 minutes, or until it nearly reaches the top of the pan.
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Preheat the oven to 400ðF (200ðC).
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Bake the loaf for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Remove the bread from the oven and immediately take it out of the pan.
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Cool the loaf completely on a wire rack before slicing.
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Slice into thick pieces and toast as desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 678.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.2g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 0.9mg1%
- Sodium 4896.6mg205%
- Total Carbohydrate 141.6g48%
- Dietary Fiber 4.3g18%
- Sugars 5.1g
- Protein 24.9g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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