Schlotsky's Bread

Recipe View 10 mins In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir until dissolved and let stand until foamy (about 5-10 minutes), indicating the yeast is active.

Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, dissolve the baking soda in 1 1/2 teaspoons of warm water. Add the warm milk, salt, and 1 cup of the bread flour. Whisk until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.

Recipe View 5 mins Stir in the yeast mixture and the remaining bread flour. The batter should be thick, sticky, and smooth. Don't worry if it seems more like a batter than a traditional dough. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Prepare two pie pans by spraying them with non-stick cooking spray, then dust generously with cornmeal. This prevents sticking and adds a delightful texture to the crust.

Recipe View 5 mins Divide the dough evenly between the prepared pie pans. It will spread during the rising time. Spray the top of the dough lightly with non-stick cooking spray to prevent a skin from forming. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Cover the pans loosely with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (10 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Bake for 20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Let the bread cool in the pans for an hour before slicing and serving. This prevents the bread from becoming gummy.

Recipe View 2 mins Serve warm with butter or your favorite spread.