Bread in a Bag Recipe in 1 Hour 25 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Combine 1 cup of the flour, the sugar, the yeast, and the warm water inside the gallon bag. Note: Squeeze the air out before sealing to prevent the bag from exploding as you mix.
2. Squish the bag with your hands until the flour is completely incorporated. Let it sit for 10 minutes until you see small bubbles forming.
3. Open the bag and pour in the neutral oil (or melted butter), the salt, and another cup of flour. Seal it up again, making sure to remove the air.
4. Continue squishing and kneading the bag. Add the remaining 1.5 cups of flour gradually until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bag.
5. Place the bag on the counter and knead it through the plastic for about 5 minutes. Note: The dough should feel smooth and elastic, not sticky.
6. Remove the dough from the bag and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a towel and let it sit in a warm spot for 30 minutes until it has doubled in size.
7. Gently punch the dough down to release large air bubbles. Divide it into two equal portions and place them into greased loaf pans.
8. Cover the pans and let the dough rise for another 20 minutes until it peeks just above the rim of the pan.
9. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Bake for 25 minutes until the top is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
10. Brush the tops with a little extra melted butter immediately after removing from the oven. This keeps the crust soft and adds a beautiful shine.