Chef John's White Bread

By Chef John

4.59 / 5

20min

30min

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1 ¼ cups whole milk warmed
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 large egg beaten
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon fine salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour or more as needed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter very soft
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour or as needed
2 tablespoons melted butter divided