Homemade Bread And Buns
Homemade bread and buns offer warm, fresh, and comforting flavors perfect for any meal. The soft, fluffy texture combined with a slightly sweet taste makes it ideal for breakfast, sandwiches, or as a side. Easy to customize, this recipe yields fragrant bread with a golden crust, delighting both beginners and seasoned bakers.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix lard, sugar, and salt in a granite dish pan.
- Beat in the eggs with a spoon.
- Dissolve the yeast cake in warm water.
- Add the yeast mixture to the lard, sugar, and salt mixture.
- Add flour gradually to the warm water and yeast mixture.
- Add flour until the dough is stiff and not sticky; then pat into a ball.
- Leave the dough in the dishpan and cover with a tea towel.
- Let rise for 2 hours.
- Pull off about 2-inch pieces of dough.
- Roll each piece into a ball.
- Place the balls in greased pans or into loaf bread pans.
- Let rise for another 2 hours.
- Bake at 350° to 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush with butter immediately after removing from oven and pan.
- Let cool slightly and serve warm.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider substituting half of the lard with butter. If you don't have lard, unsalted butter or vegetable shortening can work as good alternatives. Ensure your water is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it. For even fluffier bread, you can let the dough rise longer, or use bread flour for added strength.
Serving Suggestions
These homemade bread and buns are perfect for sandwiches or served alongside soups and stews. Consider pairing them with Kraut With Dumplings for a comforting meal. You can also slice the bread and serve it with butter or jam for breakfast or as a side with your favorite American recipes.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover bread and buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, place in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until warmed through, ensuring they retain their soft texture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Homemade Bread And Buns contains roughly 455 calories, with 15g protein, 82g carbohydrates, and 8g fat. It is an excellent source of protein (29% of the Daily Value), potassium (22% of the Daily Value), and iron (21% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber and calcium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2931mg per serving (127% of the Daily Value).
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do if my dough doesn't rise?
If your dough fails to rise, it may be due to inactive yeast. Ensure your yeast is fresh and that the water temperature is warm, around 110°F. If necessary, allow the dough to rise in a warmer environment, such as an oven preheated briefly and then turned off.
Can I make this recipe without eggs?
Yes, you can make this recipe without eggs by using a substitute such as unsweetened applesauce, mashed banana, or a commercial egg replacer. This will maintain moisture and help bind the ingredients together, ensuring the bread still rises well.
How can I tell when the bread is done baking?
To check if the bread is done, look for a golden-brown crust and tap the bottom of the loaf; it should sound hollow. You can also use a thermometer; the internal temperature should reach about 190°F for fully baked bread.
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).