You will also need a large mixing bowl, a wooden spoon, a loaf pan, and an oven.
"Emergency" No Yeast Bread - A quick & easy loaf with no rising time (fussfreeflavours.com)
Hello and welcome to The Ultimate Survival Companion, the blog where I share tips, tricks, and recipes for surviving any situation. Today, I’m going to review a Depression era bread that is cheap, easy to make, and only requires four basic ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and milk or oil/water/butter. This bread is also known as emergency bread, because you can whip it up in a matter of minutes when you have nothing else to eat. It’s a simple but satisfying way to fill your stomach and get some energy.
The recipe I’m using is from Fuss Free Flavours, a website that offers delicious and affordable recipes for everyday cooking. The recipe is very straightforward and adaptable. You just need to mix the dry ingredients, add the liquid, and bake in a loaf pan for about 25 minutes. You can also add some herbs, cheese, or nuts for extra flavor and texture. The bread comes out soft and fluffy, with a golden crust. It’s perfect for toasting, making sandwiches, or dipping in soup.
If you want to try this Depression era bread for yourself, you can find the recipe here. I’ll show you how I made it and what I thought of the taste and texture. Let’s get started!
To make the Depression era bread, you will need the following ingredients:
- 500 g (4 cups) plain flour (regular cake or all purpose flour not bread or wholewheat / wholegrain)
2 tsp (2 tsp) baking powder
1 tsp (1 tsp) salt
310 ml (1 1/3 cups) milk (or water with a spoon of oil or melted butter)
Here are the steps to follow:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the milk or oil/water/butter and stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms. You may need to adjust the amount of liquid depending on the type and consistency you use. If the dough is too dry, add more liquid. If the dough is too wet, add more flour.
Transfer the dough to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula or your hands. You can also make some slashes on the top with a knife for a rustic look.
Bake the bread for 25-45 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Your Time will depend on your oven!
Let the bread cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving.
You can enjoy the bread as it is, or you can customize it with some variations. Here are some ideas:
- Add some dried or fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, or basil, to the dough for a savory flavor.
Sprinkle some cheese, such as cheddar, parmesan, or mozzarella, on top of the dough before baking for a cheesy crust.
Mix in some chopped nuts, such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans, to the dough for a crunchy texture and extra protein.
Drizzle some honey, maple syrup, or jam on top of the bread after baking for a sweet treat.
And that’s how you make the Depression era bread, a cheap, easy, and versatile recipe that can save you in a pinch. I hope you enjoyed this review and learned something new. If you did, please leave a comment below and share your thoughts and experiences. I’d love to hear from you!
Here's My Results, Not bad for a first Go!
This bread is not only a great way to use up some pantry staples, but also a reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the people who lived through the Great Depression. They faced many hardships and challenges, but they also found ways to cope and survive. They made do with what they had, and they created some amazing dishes that we can still enjoy today. We Can learn from them incase we go through another financial depression, an emergency situation where going to the store may not be an easy option, or for that last meal at the end of a tight budget cycle. These recipes are great to keep printed out and saved in a physical form!
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"Emergency" No Yeast Bread - A quick & easy loaf with no rising time (fussfreeflavours.com)
