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### 👩🍳 Instructions
1. **Activate the Yeast:** In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. **Mix the Dough:** Add salt, oil, and 3 cups of the flour. Stir until a soft dough forms, then gradually add the remaining flour until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
3. **Knead:** Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 6–8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. **First Rise:** Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. **Shape and Second Rise:** Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it into a greased 9×5” loaf pan. Cover and let rise again for 30–40 minutes.
6. **Bake:** Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
7. **Cool:** Remove from pan and let cool on a wire rack. (If you can wait that long!)
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### 🍯 Pro Tips
* For a softer crust, brush the top with melted butter right after baking.
* Want a bit of sweetness? Add a tablespoon of honey to the dough.
* You can double the recipe to make two loaves—one for now, one for the freezer!
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### Why You’ll Love This Bread
✅ No bread machine needed
✅ Basic pantry ingredients
✅ Great for beginners
✅ Deliciously soft, yet holds up for sandwiches
✅ That fresh-baked taste you just can’t get from store-bought
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### Final Thoughts
This **Easy Homemade White Bread** is proof that baking doesn’t have to be complicated to be amazing. With minimal effort and maximum reward, it’s the kind of recipe that makes you feel like a kitchen rockstar—without the stress.
Give it a try, and don’t forget to share a photo of your golden, fluffy loaf. Happy baking! 🥖✨
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