Making & Breaking Bread…. Recipe Included
Bread is a staple food in many cultures, and throughout history, it has held significant meaning and symbolism. In the Bible, bread is mentioned numerous times, both in terms of physical sustenance and spiritual nourishment. There are many references to bread in the Bible, and one of the most significant is the idea of sharing bread .
Sharing bread is a fundamental aspect of many cultures, and it is a way of showing hospitality, kindness, and generosity. In the Bible, sharing bread is viewed as an act of love and fellowship Acts 2:46-47.It is a way of bringing people together and building community. When we share bread with others, we are expressing our willingness to be open and vulnerable with them, and we are creating a space for deepening relationships.
The biblical significance of sharing bread can be seen in the story of the Last Supper Luke 22:19-20. Jesus shared bread with his disciples, and he instructed them to do the same in remembrance of him. This act of sharing bread has become a central part of Christian worship, and it is a way of remembering Jesus’ sacrifice and his love for us.
Sharing bread is also a way of expressing gratitude and thankfulness. In the Bible, bread is often used as a symbol of God’s provision and care John 6:35. When we share bread with others, we are acknowledging that everything we have comes from God, and we are expressing our gratitude for his blessings.
Lastly, sharing bread is a biblical practice that holds great significance and meaning. It is a way of showing love, hospitality, and generosity, and it is a way of building community and deepening relationships. By sharing bread with others, we are expressing our willingness to be vulnerable and open, and we are creating a space for God’s love and provision to be experienced.
EASY Homemade, White Bread Recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups of warm water (not too hot, it will kill your yeast)
½ cup of sugar (I prefer organic panela - an unrefined cane sugar we have here in CO)
1 ½ T active dry yeast
1 ½ tsp salt
¼ cup of vegetable oil (I prefer melted, slightly cooled organic coconut oil)
5-6 cups of flour
Directions:
In a decent size bowl mix 2 Tablespoons of sugar (from your ½ cup in the warm water until disolved.
Add yeast and stir in slowly, allow to sit for a few minutes until activated (you can see it start to bubble and foam a little). short video on how to be sure your yeast is active and ready
Add the remaining sugar, all of your salt and all of your oil to the mixture.
Add flour - 1 cup at a time, while checking the texture - you should be able to pull the dough away from the bowl, you may or may not use all of the flour (I had a ½ of a cup leftover and used it for the counter and kneading).
Knead for 7-10 minutes, watch your time carefully
Oil a bowl, put your dough in the bowl and turn it around to cover the dough in oil (I used coconut oil again).
Cover with a da.p cloth and place in a warm area while it rises (we live in a place with cooler weather so I placed it in the oven (NOT turned on) but with the light on and oven door cracked for more warmth).
Let it sit for about an hour (again, I live in a cooler place AND higher altitude so I let it sit for 1 hr and ten min.... every time has been a little diff give or take 10-15 min). You can also check to see if it has doubled in size or not which is a good visual indicator.
Take it out, punch it and knead for 1-2 minutes
Split dough in two even parts
Shape into bread loaves, place in standard size loaf pans (greased like the bowl)./
Let sit and rise for 30-45 minutes (I do 40-45 due to altitude and cooler weather).
Bake at 350 F or 175 C for 30-40 minutes.
Let cool.
Slice, eat, enjoy!
I prefer not to slice all of it at once to keep some moisture in, but to each his own).
This is sooooo easy and delicious!
Let us know if you give it a try and tag @hellobeefive on IG!!
WITH LOVE AS ALWAYS-
Katie-lyn Smith Puyo
