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Cuban Bread Recipe

This is a traditional Cuban bread recipe that's crusty on the outside and soft on the inside.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Bread
Cuisine Cuban
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 1.5 cups warm water
  • 2 tbsp lard or vegetable shortening

Instructions: 

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  • 2. Add the warm water and lard (or shortening) to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
  • 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  • 4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • 5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it on a greased baking sheet.
  • 6. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  • 7. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes:

This bread is perfect for sandwiches or just enjoying with butter.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Cuban bread, traditional bread
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