Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Italian Bread Bowls


1 1/2 TBSP active dry yeast
2 1/2 cups warm water
2 tsp. salt
2 TBSP vegetable oil
7 cups flour

In mixer bowl, dissolve yeast in water and let sit 10 minutes
add salt, oil , and 4 cups flour to the yeast mixture; beat well
Stir in remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time with dough hook on electric mixer
on medium speed until a soft but not sticky dough forms.
When dough is pulled together, knead by hand 6 minutes or keep in mixer

Place dough in lightly oiled bowl. cover and let rise about 35 minutes
Punch down dough and divide into 6-8 equal portions
Place on parchment lined baking sheet
Slash dough on top a few times
Bake @ 400 degrees for 15-18 minutes

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