Kittencal's Cheddar Loaves or Buns
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 12 cups warm water
- 12 cup full-fat milk
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 5 cups flour (more if needed)
- 2 cups old cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 12 cup grated cheddar cheese (divided, can use more)
- Prepare a heavy-duty stand mixer with kneader blade attachment.
- In a small saucepan heat the milk with butter and salt (the sugar will be proofed with the yeast) until the milk is warmed and the butter is melted; remove from stove top and cool to lukewarm (I stick the saucepan in the fridge for about 20 minutes).
- Proof 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon dry yeast in 1-1/2 cups warm water with 2 tablespoons sugar until foamy (about 8-10 minutes).
- Place 4-1/2 cups flour in the stainless steel mixing bowl.
- When the milk mixture is luke warm and the yeast is proofed add to the mixing bowl.
- Start kneading adding in more flour if needed to create a soft smooth dough; knead for about 8 minutes.
- The last couple of minutes of kneading add in the grated cheddar cheese; mix until combined with the dough.
- Remove the dough to the counter; cover with a clean towel and let rest about 5 minutes.
- Gather up the dough and shape into a ball.
- Place in an oiled bowl; cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, then let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough and let rest covered for about 5-6 minutes.
- Divide the dough evenly in half and shape into two oval loaves.
- Place the two loaves onto a large greased baking sheet (leaving room between the dough).
- Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl mix together the egg and water; brush liberally onto the top and sides of the dough (you will have some egg mixture leftover).
- Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 23 minutes or until lighly golden brown; remov quickly sprinkle with grated cheese, place back into the oven and bake until browned (another 3-5 minutes).
yeast, yeast, sugar, water, fullfat milk, salt, butter, flour, cheddar cheese, egg, water, cheddar cheese
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/kittencals-cheddar-loaves-or-buns-182417 (may not work)