This is what your warm water and yeast will look like when you start. In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water with a small pinch of the sugar. Cover and let rise in a warm area until dough has doubled in size (about 1 hour).

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Your email address will not be published. Remove from heat and add the salt, butter, vanilla extract and the remaining ½ cup of Bourbon.

For as long as I could remember, my Nonna would make this wonderful Italian Easter bread every Easter morning. When it comes time to let your dough rise...your recipe will tell you to use a warm place.

I know the feeling of not having bread recipes quite work. If kneading by hand expect to get a work out. Knead until smooth and stretchy (about 9 minutes) adding in the remaining flour as needed to keep the dough from becoming too sticky. Like most Old World cultures, Italians have their versions of pane di Pasqua or Easter bread. Whisk constantly to avoid scorching. I have always had a major fear of making my own bread but your post inspired me to just TRY it already. Let us know how awesome your homemade bread is! Place rings on a Silpat or a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. Yum! Surprise your family Easter morning with a freshly baked loaf of this soft and sweet yeast bread coated with a glaze and cute colored sprinkles, similar to a traditional Italian Easter bread.The dough is studded with raisins and tinged with orange zest, making for a bread with a bit of tang and nice texture. Thanks for the amazing share. google_ad_client = "ca-pub-7406211348383418"; Once everything is well combined, mix in the flour, one cup at a time, to form a wet, sticky dough. Add the yeast/water mixture to the flour … Cut the French Bread into large cubes and place them in a large bowl. I put a bit of sugar with my yeast, but I think the honey may give it a better taste. I am a novice when it comes to bread making and this recipe came out fantastic. Bake in preheated oven uncovered for 35 minutes. For me, Tapioca Pudding is a recipe that is difficult for me. Heat oven to 350 F. Once loaves have risen, bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer registers 190 F to 200 F. Remove and cool on wire racks. Hopefully with very, very good news! Meanwhile, whisk together the milk and powdered sugar. Let sit 10 minutes until foamy. Let me tell you, I get it. Surprise your family Easter morning with a freshly baked loaf of this soft and sweet yeast bread coated with a glaze and cute colored sprinkles, similar to a traditional Italian Easter bread.