Description
Learn how to make a delicious artisan bread with a crispy crust and soft interior using this simple no-knead recipe. Perfect for any meal or as a snack, this bread is sure to impress with its rustic charm and delightful flavor.
Ingredients
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All-Purpose Bread:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- Extra flour or cornmeal for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add Water: Pour in the warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Rest Dough: Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 12-18 hours.
- Preheat Oven: Place a Dutch oven in the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C).
- Shape Dough: Turn out the dough, shape it into a ball, and let it rest while the oven heats.
- Bake: Transfer the dough to the hot Dutch oven and bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for 10-15 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Cool the bread on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating fresh herbs, garlic, or cheese into the dough.
- Store leftover bread wrapped in a towel at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus resting time)
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 loaf)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
