Bajan Salt Bread

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Sift half of the flour into a large mixing bowl.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Mix the salt and yeast into the flour.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Slowly add the warm water until the mixture forms a stiff dough.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Add more sifted flour until the dough is stiff enough to knead.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Lightly flour the work surface.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Knead the dough for 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

   10 min
7. 7
   Step 7:

   Place the dough in a greased bowl.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Set the bowl in a warm place for 40–50 minutes, until the dough has doubled in size.

   40–50 min
9. 9
   Step 9:

   Check that the dough is ready by poking it with a finger; the indentation should remain.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Preheat the oven to 425°F or 220°C.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Divide the dough into 12 equal portions.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Roll each portion into a fist-size ball and place the balls on a greased baking sheet.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Place the rolls in a warm place for a further 40 minutes, or until doubled in size.

    40 min
14. 14
    Step 14:

    Place the baking sheet in the center of the oven.

15. 15
    Step 15:

    Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.

    25–30 min