4. First Rise:

Place dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap.

Let rise in a warm place for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the Dough:

Gently punch down the dough to release air.

Shape into a loaf and place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.

6. Second Rise:

Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes, until puffy and slightly above the pan’s rim.

7. Bake:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

8. Cool:

Let bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Enjoy your soft, fluffy homemade bread!