How to make fluffy white bread without a bread machine?

Question

I have been looking for a recipe to make fluffy bread, rolls or loaf is fine. Please do not send recipes for italian or french bread. I do not have a bread machine, I need to make this the old fashion way.

Answer 1

Super easy and no kneading!

Batter White Bread

1 package dry yeast
2 tbsp Crisco shortening
1 ½ c. warm water
2 tsp salt
2 tbsp. Sugar
3 c. all purpose flour

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Mix Crisco, sugar, salt and 1 ½ c. flour in a large bowl. Add yeast, stirring constantly. Beat vigorously as you add the rest of the flour.
Cover with cloth and let double in bulk in a warm, but not hot place.
Do not punch but stir down. Spoon batter into 10 inch loaf pan and pat with floured hand to shape.
Let rise, covered, another 30 minutes. Bake 45 minutes at 375 degrees.
Cool slightly and remove from pan. Loaf should have a ‘hollow’ sound when thumped on the bottom. Place loaf on rack and brush top with melted butter.

Answer 2

Just use any "Basic Bread" recipe - I make bread all the time without a bread maker - I do use the bread hook attachment on my mixer though - it kneeds it much faster, and with less mess.