Recipe: Homemade Buns

So I have been on a kick lately of trying my hand at baking fresh bread.

Ive tried whole wheat bread and olive oregano bread

in my bread maker,

but this what my first try at hamburger buns in the oven.

I tried two different recipes that I found..

...a long version and a short version.

Definitely the winner was the short version.

I found this recipe on Taste of Home.

What you need:

2 Tbs active dry yeast

1 cup  + 2 Tbs warm water

1/3 cup veg. oil

1/4 cup sugar

1 egg

1 tsp salt

3- 3 1/2 cups flour

(I used 2 c. white flour and 1 1/4 c. wheat flour)

In a stand mixer ( or larger bowl) mix water and yeast together until dissolved.

Add in the oil and sugar, then let rest for 5 minutes.

Add in the egg and salt.

(If using a stand mixer, use the dough hook and turn to speed 2)

Slowly add in flour while kneading.

Knead until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes.

(if kneading by hand, use a floured surface)

Divide dough into 12 round balls and place on a greased baking sheet.

Cover. Let rest and rise for 10 minutes.

Bake at 425 degrees for 8-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Cool on wire racks and enjoy!

I loaded up these homemade buns with BBQ pulled pork.

YUMMY!