Amish Milk Bread
An easy Amish white bread recipe yields loaves with a beautiful texture, ideal for beginner bakers.
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 F.
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Combine yeast and warm water in a large bowl.
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Stir in milk, brown sugar, salt, and butter.
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Mix in 4 cups of flour, then gradually add more until the dough follows the spoon.
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Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until firm and smooth.
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Grease a large bowl, place the dough, turn to coat, cover, and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
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Punch down the dough.
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Knead dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes to remove air bubbles.
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Divide dough into two equal portions and shape each into a loaf.
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Place loaves in greased 9x5-inch pans, cover, and let rise for 45 minutes until doubled.
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Bake loaves for 40 minutes, or until golden brown and hollow when tapped.
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Remove loaves from pans and cool on a rack.