Mom's Quick & Easy Tray Bread Recipe: Achieve the Softest Homemade Loaf (Practical Baking)

Описание: Are you searching for the perfect everyday bread? Join us as we unlock the secrets to my mother's famous Tray Bread—a wonderfully soft and practical recipe that takes the stress out of home baking. This isn't just a recipe; it's a deep dive into the *Professional Cooking Techniques* required for handling loose, yeasted doughs, including the crucial "whipping" step that ensures a light and airy result. We emphasize the necessity of deflating the dough properly to maintain optimal texture and eliminate that heavy yeast flavor.

Learn the *Culinary Education* behind the perfect rise and how to use steam (via a water dish) while baking at 400°F for that gorgeous, golden crust. This recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers looking for a reliable, flavorful loaf that fits perfectly into a *Healthy Living* routine. Forget complicated equipment—all you need is a mixing bowl and a tray! We value *Nutrition* and simplicity in the kitchen. If you love this recipe, please hit the like button and subscribe for more easy baking tips!

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FULL TRAY BREAD RECIPE

*Ingredients (Dough):*
5 cups of flour
1 teaspoon of salt
Approximately 1 cup of lukewarm water (adjust as needed)
1/2 package of fresh yeast

*Ingredients (Topping/Wash):*
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon of flour
1 tablespoon of water

*Instructions:*
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add lukewarm water. Ensure water is not hot.
2. Gently dissolve the fresh yeast into the mixture.
3. Knead the dough, gradually incorporating flour from the bottom. The dough should be loose. Once loose, "whip" the dough for 2-3 minutes to achieve the perfect consistency.
4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature until doubled in size (approx. 1 hour).
5. Deflate the risen dough thoroughly to remove gases (do not skip this step!).
6. Transfer the dough to a heavily floured surface, shape it, and place it onto a baking tray. Stretch the dough to fit the size of the tray.
7. Cover and let the dough rest on the tray for another 30 minutes until slightly puffed.
8. Mix the topping ingredients (egg yolk, flour, water) into a paste and brush evenly onto the bread.
9. Use fingertips to press indentations into the bread, releasing air bubbles. Wait 2 minutes and repeat this step.
10. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Place a heat-resistant dish filled with water underneath the bread to create steam during baking.
11. Bake until beautifully golden brown. Slice and enjoy once the bread has cooled slightly.