Description
Experience the cozy flavors of Red Lobster in your own kitchen with this delightful bread loaf. With its golden-brown crust and soft, buttery interior, each bite is a taste of nostalgia that pairs perfectly with soups or stands deliciously on its own. Whether for family gatherings or a solo treat, this easy-to-follow recipe turns your home into a warm seaside restaurant. Get ready to bake something unforgettable!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt. Pour the yeast mixture and melted butter into the flour mixture.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough gently, then fold in garlic powder and cheese if using.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased pan. Cover again and let it rise for another 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg