Easy Cob Loaf Recipe
BY SAVOR THE FLAVOUR
What You Need
You don't need a lot of ingredients to make this impressive white loaf!
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Dry Ingredients
1. Sift the flour into a bowl, then add the salt and yeast.
2. Mix in the sugar and butter until well combined.
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Knead
3. Mix in the water to make a slightly sticky dough.
4. Knead until you can stretch it thin enough to read through.
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First Prove
5. Shape the dough into a ball, put in a bowl, and cover.
6. Let it rise until it's doubled in size, about 1 hour.
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Second Prove
7. Punch down the dough and shape into a round loaf.
8. Let it rise until springy, about 30 minutes, then slash.
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Bake
9. Bake at 450°F for 40 minutes, covering with foil if needed.
10. Let the bread cool completely, then slice and enjoy.
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Enjoy!
Make this tasty cob loaf into a bread bowl for dips, or enjoy it in sandwiches or with butter.
Serving Tips
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