Ranch French Bread

Ranch French Bread


1. In mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; then add 1 teaspoon sugar; let stand for five minutes.

2. Add the buttermilk, butter (or margarine), eggs, ranch dressing mix (or salad dressing), salt, 4 cups flour and remaining sugar; mix well until smooth.

3. Stir in 4 or 5 more cups of flour until you have a soft dough.

4. Knead the bread dough on a floured surface for about 6 or 7 minutes, then put it in a greased bowl, cover& let rise for about an hour; until doubled in size.

5. On a floured surface, punch dough and divide into 4 equal sections.

6. Shape each into a long"log" about 12 inches long but not too wide and flat, then slash the top of each loaf with a knife.

7. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled; about 30 minutes.

8. Bake in a 350 oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown; but do not bake more than 2 loaves at a time.

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