Sandwich/burger buns

Ingredients: Makes 9 buns

420 g or 1 pack Gusto Artisan Bread & Pizza Mix

330 g warm water

8 g yeast (2 1/4 tsp or 1 packet) active or instant yeast

1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil

2 Tbsp honey, brown sugar or sugar

1/2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

Directions

**You can skip steps 1 & 2 to simply mix with a wooden spoon. I personally love to use my mixer. Always hydrate the water & yeast together before adding the flour.

1. In the bowl of stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, pour in water. Add the sugar & yeast. Stir to dissolve.

2. Add the flour mix, oil & vinegar, beat on low speed at first then increase to medium (#4 on the kitchen aid) and beat for 2 minutes, scraping down sides a few times.

3. Scoop the dough with an ice cream scoop dipped in water. For a larger bun I use a 1/4 cup scoop, Lightly brush the top with water (to keep the buns soft) & sprinkle with seeds of choice. Shape a little with moist hands to round off, if need be. It’s also a good idea to flatten the buns. They cook & hold better.

4. Cover lightly with plastic wrap and proof in a warm place for 25-30 minutes.

5. Preheat oven to 450°F & proof the breads on the edge of the warm stovetop for 25-30 minutes.

6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown, depending on your oven & how big the buns were. Brush with melted butter or a stick of butter.

7. Allow to cool a little on a wire rack, about 15 minutes or so. Slice & serve.