Description
Enjoy a crusty, savory Asiago-crusted skillet bread without the hassle of kneading. This no-knead recipe yields a golden brown loaf with a cheesy exterior that’s perfect for sharing or snacking.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 and 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Additional:
- 1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
- Extra Asiago for crusting
- Cornmeal or flour for dusting
Instructions
- Mix the Dough: Combine flour, salt, and yeast. Add water and oil, stir into a sticky dough. Cover and let rest for 12-18 hours.
- Prep for Baking: Preheat oven with a cast iron skillet inside. Shape dough, roll in Asiago, then place in hot skillet.
- Bake: Sprinkle more Asiago on top. Bake until golden and crusty, about 30-35 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- No kneading required—just mix and rest overnight.
- Substitute Parmesan or Gruyère for Asiago.
- Store leftovers in a bread bag or wrap, reheat in the oven to refresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus overnight rest)
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg