Conjure the Cure for Your Subway Cravings: How to Make Subway Bread at Home (Without Needing a Secret Subway Password)
Let's face it, folks. Sometimes that hankering for a foot-long Italian B.M.T. hits you like a rogue wave. But what if you're fresh out of cash, the nearest Subway is a trek across the Sahara, or (gasp) they're out of your favorite bread? Fear not, fellow sandwich enthusiasts! Today, we embark on a culinary quest to unlock the secrets of homemade Subway bread.
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Gather Your Weaponry (Ingredients, Not Nunchucks)
Here's what you'll need to transform your kitchen into a mini-Subway bakery:
- Flour Power: 4 cups of all-purpose flour (unless you're feeling fancy, then bread flour is your jam).
- Yeastly Awakening: 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast. Don't let this little fella fool you, it's the key to making your bread rise like a champion.
- Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This): 1 tablespoon of sugar. Food for the yeast, people!
- Salty Surprise: 1/2 tablespoon of salt. Because bland bread is a party no one wants to attend.
- Liquid Love: 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and 1/2 cup of lukewarm milk. Warm and fuzzy, just like your future bread.
- Fat Chance: 2 tablespoons of melted butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. For richness and flavor that'll have you saying "Mamma Mia!"
Bonus points for having a stand mixer. But fear not, arm-wielding warriors, a good knead-sesh can achieve the same results (and maybe give you some Popeye-like forearms).
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Become One with the Dough (Mixing and Kneading Like a Boss)
This is where things get a little...hands-on. In a large bowl, combine your dry ingredients (flour, yeast, sugar, and salt). In a separate bowl, whisk together your warm liquids (water, milk, butter, and oil). Now comes the fun part: slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead to Know Basis: This is where the stand mixer comes in handy, but for the manual mavericks out there, here's the drill. Flour a lightly floured surface and transfer your dough there. Knead for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Imagine you're giving your dough a massage (a relaxing one, not a stress-ball kind of knead).
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Patience is a Virtue (Letting Your Dough Rise to the Occasion)
Once your dough is kneaded to perfection, plop it in a greased bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap and find a warm, cozy spot for it to rise. Think of it like a spa day for your dough. Let it relax for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Pro Tip: If your kitchen is on the chilly side, preheat your oven to the lowest setting, then turn it off and place your dough bowl inside. The residual heat will work wonders.
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Shaping Up for Greatness (From Dough Blob to Subway Hero)
Now that your dough is all puffed up and ready to go, punch it down gently (like deflating an over-enthusiastic pool floatie). Divide your dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope, about 12 inches long.
Channel Your Inner Artist: Want a classic hoagie roll? Keep it straight. Feeling fancy? Taper the ends for a pointed baguette vibe.
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The Grand Transformation (Baking Like a Boss)
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and gently transfer your shaped dough onto it. Brush the tops with a little milk or melted butter for a golden brown glow.
Baking Bonanza: Bake your bread for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and delicious-smelling. Take a deep breath and savor that glorious aroma.
The Final Frontier (Cooling Down and Sandwich Time!)
Once your bread is out of the oven, resist the urge to dig in right away (we know, it's tempting). Let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
Now comes the best part: Sandwich Supremacy! Slice your homemade bread open, pile on your favorite meats, veggies, and sauces, and prepare to be blown away by the taste of victory. You've just conquered the Subway bread code, and your taste buds will thank you.
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