Herman Bread Recipe

In a small mixing bowl dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy about 10 minutes.

In a large mixing bowl combine the yeast mixture with the Herman Starter oil 2 cups flour and salt; mix well. Add the remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time stirring 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.

Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and form into a loaf. Place into the prepared pan. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume about 40 minutes. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the top of the loaf is golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.