Catskill Mountain French

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rustic, sesame-crusted loaf with a soft interior and robust flavor
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Catskill Mountain French

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 735.3

Description

This hearty bread recipe delivers a perfect balance of rustic charm and homemade comfort. The dough comes together easily with simple pantry staples like bread flour, warm water, and a touch of sugar to feed the yeast. As it bakes, the loaf develops a golden, crisp crust while the interior remains soft and airy. Topped with toasted sesame seeds, it offers a delightful nutty aroma and subtle crunch. Ideal for slicing fresh from the oven, this versatile bread pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or simply with butter. It is a satisfying, vegetarian-friendly side that brings warmth to any table, making it a reliable favorite for weeknight dinners or weekend brunches.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl; let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add melted butter, salt, and half of the bread flour to the yeast mixture; stir until combined.
  3. Gradually add the remaining flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down dough and shape into a loaf; place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the top of the loaf.
  8. Let the shaped loaf rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
  11. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 735.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.1g13%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9792.9mg409%
Total Carbohydrate 143.3g48%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g21%
Sugars 2.9g
Protein 24.8g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: bread, homemade, sesame, flour, yeast, rustic, loaf, vegetarian, easy, baking, crust, warm, simple, pantry, comfort
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