How to Make Blue Ribbon White Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through the house, and this Blue Ribbon White Bread recipe is sure to fill your home with the most delightful aroma. This classic recipe has been a staple in kitchens for generations, and it's no wonder why—it's simple, delicious, and perfect for enjoying on its own or as a base for all sorts of sandwiches and toast.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • ¼ cup shortening, melted
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 6 cups bread flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 - 9x5 inch loaves

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in 1/2 cup warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the evaporated milk, 1/4 cup water, shortening, honey, salt and 2 cups flour. Stir well to combine. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  • Punch dough down and divide in half. Roll out each half and roll into loaf shapes, sealing seams by pinching. Place in buttered 9x5 inch bread pans. Butter the tops of each loaf with melted butter; cover loosely with plastic wrap. Let rise in warm area until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Place a small pan of hot water on the bottom shelf of the oven. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Uncover loaves and bake until tops are golden brown, about 25 to 35 minutes. Brush butter onto crusts while warm. Slice when cool.
  • Nutrition

    61 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 218mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 56mg