Homemade White Bread

1. 1

   In large mixing bowl, combine 6 cups flour, dry milk, yeast, salt, sugar, and potato flakes; set aside.

2. 2

   In microwave, heat water and margarine to 110 to 120 degrees.

3. 3

   Add water mixture to flour mixture and beat on medium speed with mixer for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Gradually add enough flour for the mixture to form a stiff dough.

5. 5

   Turn dough out onto floured board and knead about 10 minutes, adding flour as needed (I use my KitchenAid mixer with a dough hook).

6. 6

   Be careful not to add too much flour; the dough should be smooth and elastic.

7. 7

   Place the kneaded dough in a large oiled bowl and turn dough over to coat with the oil.

8. 8

   Cover the dough with a large cloth and set aside in warm place to rise until it is doubled in size.

9. 9

   Punch dough down and turn out onto floured board.

10. 10

    Divide into 5 portions, shape each into loaves, and place in greased 4 1/2 x 8 1/2 inch non-stick loaf pans (the dark pans brown the bread better than the shiny pans).

11. 11

    Cover pans with a cloth and let rise until doubled.

12. 12

    Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for about 25 to 30 minutes.

13. 13

    Remove bread from pans immediately and let cool on rack.

14. 14

    Brush tops of loaves with butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.