Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice flour (white)
  • 1 cup tapioca flour
  • 3 teaspoons xanthan gum
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons egg substitute (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
  • 2 tablespoons fast rise yeast
  • 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, melted
  • 3 egg whites, beaten slightly
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • melted butter, for brushing (optional)

Method

  • In the bowl of a heavy-duty mixer, place flours, xanthan gum, salt, and egg replacer (if used).Blend with mixer on low.
  • In a small bowl dissolve the sugar in the water, and add yeast.
  • Wait until the mixture foams slightly, then blend into the dry ingredients.
  • Add the butter, egg whites, and vinegar.Beat on high for 3 minutes.
  • To form loaves, spoon dough onto greased and cornmeal-dusted cookie sheets in two long French-loaf shapes or spoon into special French-bread pans.
  • Slash diagonally every few inches.If desired, brush with melted butter.
  • Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Remove from pan to cool.