Description
Discover the joy of baking with this Dutch Oven No Knead Crusty Bread recipe. Perfect for both novice and experienced bakers, this delightful bread requires just five minutes of preparation and bakes into a beautifully crusty loaf in under three hours. The unique no-knead method allows you to achieve a rustic look and an impressive depth of flavor without the hassle of traditional kneading techniques. Enjoy this artisan-style bread warm, paired with butter, or as an accompaniment to soups, salads, or sandwiches. Its versatility makes it a must-try for family dinners and brunches alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 100°F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2.25 teaspoons)
- 1 ½ teaspoons fine grain salt
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and salt until dissolved.
- Add flour all at once and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 2-3 hours until doubled.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F with the Dutch oven inside.
- Scrape dough onto floured parchment paper, shape into a loaf.
- Lift the loaf using parchment paper and place it into the hot Dutch oven.
- Bake covered for about 35 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dutch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg