Bread(Original From Alberta B. Seitz)

Prep: 30 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

This homemade bread offers a soft, tender crumb with a lightly sweet and yeasty flavor. Its classic texture and aroma make it perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a comforting side. Suitable for bread enthusiasts and novice bakers alike, it provides a satisfying baking experience and delicious results.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. yeast
  • 1/4 cup lukewarm water
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 3 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 Tbsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water.
  2. In a large bowl, put sugar, salt, and shortening; add hot water.
  3. When dissolved, add milk, then yeast mixture.
  4. Add enough flour to make a stiff dough.
  5. On a floured board, roll dough into a large rectangle; fold into thirds, roll again; repeat 4 or 5 times.
  6. Place in greased pan and let rise until doubled.
  7. Bake at 400°F.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

485 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.7g 21% DV
Total Fat 28.3g 36% DV
Carbs 48.1g 17% DV
Fiber 3.5g 13% DV
Sugar 12g 24% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10617.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 679mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 1.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 12.9mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 137.5mg 11% DV
Iron 3.9mg 22% DV
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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