Recipe For Jamaican Hard Dough Bread

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour – sifted for lightness
• 1 ½ cups warm water – around 110°F (43°C) to activate the yeast
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast – ensures perfect rise
• ½ cup granulated sugar – adds characteristic subtle sweetness
• 1 teaspoon salt – balances the flavors
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter – softened to enrich the dough
• ¼ cup evaporated milk – enhances tenderness and color