Classic French Bread Recipe

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Classic French Bread
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Ingredients:

  • 1 package dry yeast (2 1/2 tsp)
  • 1 cup warm water (105o to 115o)
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • cooking spray
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 large egg white

Directions:

  1. Dissolve the yeast in warm water in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
  2. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife. Place the flour and salt in a food processor, and pulse 2 times or until blended. With the food processor on, slowly add yeast mixture through food chute, and process until the dough forms a ball. Process for 1 additional minute. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead lightly 4 to 5 times.
  3. Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover dough, and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 45 minutes or until doubled in bulk.
  4. Punch dough down, and shape into a 6-inch round loaf. Place loaf on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Cover dough and let rise 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°.
  6. Uncover dough, and make 3 diagonal cuts 1/4-inch deep across top of loaf using a sharp knife. Combine 1 tablespoon water and egg white, and brush mixture over top of loaf. Bake at 450° for 20 minutes or until loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
  7. Note: To make a baguette, let the bread dough rise once. Punch dough down, and roll into an 18 x 9-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Roll up the dough starting at the longer edge, pressing down firmly to eliminate any air pockets; then pinch seam and edges to seal. Cover the dough, let rise, and bake according to the recipe instructions at left.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 127.78 Kcal (535 kJ)
Calories from fat 6.77 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.75g 1%
Sodium 199.88mg 8%
Potassium 46.73mg 1%
Total Carbs 25.37g 8%
Sugars 0.03g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.91g 4%
Protein 4.75g 9%
Iron 1.4mg 8%
Calcium 7.8mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 215.42 Kcal (902 kJ)
Calories from fat 11.4 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.27g 1%
Sodium 336.98mg 8%
Potassium 78.78mg 1%
Total Carbs 42.77g 8%
Sugars 0.05g 0%
Dietary Fiber 1.53g 4%
Protein 8g 9%
Iron 2.3mg 8%
Calcium 13.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.4
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free

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