How to Bake a Loaf of Pullman Bread

Baking a loaf of Pullman bread can be a fun and rewarding experience. Pullman bread is a type of sandwich bread that is typically rectangular in shape, with a fine and even crumb that is perfect for toasting and sandwiches. Here is a recipe and instructions for baking your own loaf of Pullman bread:

Ingredients: - 4 cups bread flour - 2 tsp instant yeast - 1 1/2 tsp salt - 1/4 cup sugar - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 1/4 cups warm water

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.

2. Add the softened butter to the bowl and mix until it is evenly distributed.

3. Gradually add the warm water to the bowl, mixing the dough until it comes together into a smooth, elastic ball.

4. Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

6. Preheat your oven to 350°F.

7. Grease a Pullman loaf pan (9 x 4 x 4 inches) with butter or cooking spray.

8. Punch down the dough and shape it into a rectangle that is the same size as the loaf pan.

9. Place the dough in the prepared loaf pan and cover with a damp cloth. Let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.

10. Once the dough has risen, place the lid on the Pullman loaf pan.

11. Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until it is golden brown.

12. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

13. Remove the lid from the pan and carefully remove the bread from the pan.

14. Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Enjoy your homemade Pullman bread!