Basic White Bread

Sometimes the best recipe is the one you can make with your eyes closed.

This basic formula uses pantry staples you probably already have on hand, with no eggs, no fancy flour, and no complicated steps.

Milk makes the bread tender and gives it a soft crust, while a full package of yeast ensures a vigorous rise even if your kitchen is a bit cool.

Just combine everything in your bread machine according to the manufacturer’s instructions, select your preferred crust setting, and let the machine do all the work while you tackle other tasks.

Kitchen Tips

• If your machine has a delay timer, load it at night and wake up to fresh bread in the morning
• This dough freezes beautifully; make a double batch and freeze one loaf for later
• For a richer flavor, brown the butter slightly before adding it to the machine