Description
A simple, no-knead recipe for rustic bread with a crunchy crust and a soft, chewy center.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and yeast together until evenly combined.
- Pour in the warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms—there’s no need to over-mix!
- Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and set it aside at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
- When ready, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place your Dutch oven inside to heat up.
- Flour your work surface and gently turn the dough out, shaping it into a rough ball. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven, place the dough inside, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the lid and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Once baked, remove bread and let it cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Store at room temperature in a paper bag for 2-3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bread, no-knead, Dutch oven, crusty, homemade