Basic Bread Dough For Stuffed Bread Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl stir yeast into 1 c. lukewarm water till dissolved.
2. 2
   Let sit till small bubbles form around edges.
3. 3
   Whisk in sugar, salt and egg till thoroughly blended.
4. 4
   Using a wooden spoon, stir in flour and butter till dough comes together.
5. 5
   Mix gently with your hands till it forms a smooth ball of dough.
6. 6
   Return dough to cleaned bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
7. 7
   Let rise till doubled, about 1 1/2 hrs.
8. 8
   Turn out dough onto work surface and gently squeeze out air bubbles.
9. 9
   Fill and shape as desired.
10. 10
    This recipe yields dough for 1 loaf of bread.