Crusty French Rolls
1 1/2 cup warm water 2 pkg yeast 2 tbsp sugar 1 1/2 tsp salt 3 tbsp melted butter or margarine 5 cup flour 3 egg whites, beaten stiff 1 egg white, beaten with 1 tbsp water Cornmeal, bottom of pan Measure water into a mixing bowl. Add yeast, stirring until dissolved. Blend in the sugar, salt and butter. Stir in 2 cups of the flour until the batter is smooth. Fold in the beaten egg whites into the dough mixture. Add enough flour to form a soft, workable dough. Turn out on a floured board and knead until smooth and resilient, about 10 minutes. Place dough in a warm, greased bowl, turning to coat the top. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow to triple in bulk, about 1 1/2 hours. Punch down. Knead in the bowl, recover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Knead lightly on a floured board, cover and let rest 10 minutes. This recipe will make 16 large or 32 smaller rolls. Form rolls into desired shape and place on greased baking sheets lightly sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let double, about 45 minutes. Brush with egg wash. Bake in preheated 400* oven for 15-20 minutes.
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