Makes 2 x 1lb loaves

In a measuring jug, mix:

•    6 flat teaspoons of longlife yeast    
•    1 pint (20 fluid ounces) or 600ml of warm water
•    Half teaspoon of honey

In a bowl, mix:

•    2lb / 1kg of bread flour 
•    2 teaspoons of  salt
•    Drizzle of oil

•    Stir the honey, yeast and warm water and leave to froth (about 10 minutes)
•    Rub the oil, flour and salt together until there are no lumps
•    Combine yeast mixture and flour;
•    Knead well (15 - 20 minutes)
•    Leave in a warm place to rise until doubled in size
•    Knead again, gently for a couple of minutes
•    Shape and place in bread tins or on trays to make rolls or shaped bread.
•    Leave to rise again until doubled in size
•    Bake at 200° C or Gas Mark 6 for 30 minutes (loaf) or 20 minutes (rolls).  Cooked bread sounds hollow when it is tapped on the bottom.
•    Cool on a rack.  
 

A few points...

Freezes well and makes great toast!
Vegans can substitute sugar for honey. 

If you have any special requirements please ask a facilitator duriing the breadmaking session or contact us before you arrive.