White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water, salt, sugar, oil, and yeast. Add 1-1/4 cup flour. Stir together. It will still be on the soupy side. Allow to sit in a warm place, covered with a towel. Allow this to rise until around double in size, anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes.
2. 2
   Using the remaining 1/4 cup to flour a work surface, slowly knead in the remaining 1-1/4 cup flour. It shouldn't take long, just enough for the flour to be thoroughly incorporated. Form the dough into a nice ball and place in a greased bowl. Cover and allow to rise like before, doubling in size.
3. 3
   Place in a greased bread pan. Allow the bread to rise one last time until it peaks above the pan.
4. 4
   Bake at 350 degrees for 35 - 45 minutes. If you prefer a less brown crust, tent some foil over it for the last few minutes of baking.