Pão branco rústico

Ingredientes

• 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon active yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 3/4 warm water plus more to knead the dough

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Mix warm water with sugar and yeast. Stir, cover and let it rest for about 5 minutes to activate the yeast.

2. 2

   Once yeast is activated, add flour in the mixing bowl along with salt and oil. Give it a mix and make a well in the center. Pour the activated yeast into the well. Using a rubber spatula, give it a mix to form a rough dough. Now, if you are using a stand mixer, attach the dough hook and knead at speed 3 for 12 minutes. If you kneading by hand, scrape the dough in a lightly floured countertop or wooden board and knead until it’s smooth and elastic. It should take about 12 minutes.

3. 3

   Once the dough is ready, make a rough round ball and place it on either the same mixing bowl or a separate one that's lightly brushed with oil. Cover it with clear wrap/kitchen towel and keep it in a warm place. Give it a couple of hours to rise and double in size.

4. 4

   Once the bread dough rises and doubles in size scrape it carefully to a board. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and pre-heat oven to 180C. Place the bread dough on the baking sheet and form a round shape. Cover it and let it sit for 30 more minutes to get it fluffy.

5. 5

   Finally score it lightly on top and bake for 25 to 30 mins or until the bread is golden brown on top.