Brioche Bread

Pain brioche is a staple of the French kitchen and every French chef masters it. While most people are familiar with the classic petites brioches with their topknots, butter-rich bakery brioche is often baked in a loaf pan. Pay attention to the technique for adding the room-temperature butter pieces; it is done while the machine is running during the kneading phase. Brioche bread is perfect for French toast, bread puddings, appetizer sandwiches, and for just plain old toast. S