Italian “Supermarket” Bread Recipe

Name: Italian “Supermarket” Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups King Arthur All-Purpose Flour; 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast; 1-1/4 cup Water; 1/8 cups Rye Flour; 1/8 cups Non-fat Dry Milk; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1-1/2 teaspoon Salt; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds (optional); 2 Tablespoons Corn Meal (optional).

Servings: persons

1
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, except the sesame seeds and the corn meal, until you have a smooth supple dough. Adjust the water or flour as necessary. Knead for 8 minutes. Then oil dough lightly. Cover and let rise for 45 to 60 minutes.
2
Transfer dough to a work surface and divide dough into three (3) 12 to 13-inch logs. Braid the logs, pinching and sealing both the ends. Transfer the braided loaf to a baking sheet. Sprinkle the baking sheet with corn meal, if using. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and allow it to rise for 45 minutes.
3
Spray the dough gently with warm water. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if you are using them. Bake the bread in a preheated 400F oven for about 25 minutes, or until it is golden brown. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door open a inch or two. Allow the bread to cool in the oven. Hear it crackle. This is one delicious loaf.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups King Arthur All-Purpose Flour, 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast, 1-1/4 cup Water, 1/8 cups Rye Flour, and more.

Yes, Italian “Supermarket” Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Italian “Supermarket” Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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