Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pound loaf
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon gluten
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons rapid rise yeast (or 2 1/4 t. bread machine yeast)

Method

  • Add all ingredients to the pan according to the order in the manufacturer's directions.
  • Set crust on medium and program for the Basic or French Bread cycle; press start.
  • When the baking cycle ends, immediately remove the bread from the pan and place it on a rack.
  • Let cool to room temperature before slicing.