Description
Experience the joy of baking with this Rustic Italian Crusty Bread Recipe, perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. This no-knead bread is not only easy but also requires just a 2-hour rise time, allowing you to enjoy fresh artisan bread without the hassle of complex processes or special machines. With its beautifully crispy crust and soft, airy interior, this bread enhances any meal, whether served alongside hearty soups, transformed into delicious sandwiches, or savored with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. You’ll love the versatility and authenticity of this homemade loaf that brings the taste of Italy right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 3.25 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 2 tsp instant yeast (or active dry yeast)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add warm water and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl and let it rise at room temperature for 2-3 hours until doubled in size.
- Sprinkle flour on a surface, transfer the dough, and shape it into a round ball without kneading.
- Place the dough on a floured pizza peel or parchment paper while preheating your oven to 450°F with a pizza stone inside.
- After preheating for about 45 minutes, slide the loaf onto the hot stone and bake for 30-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool on a rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg