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Freshly Baked Artisan Bread

A warm, crusty delight that is easy to make at home, perfect for pairing with soups, stews, or simply enjoying with butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour Plus more for kneading
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
  • 1 ½ cups warm water About 110°F or 43°C

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Stir until well combined.
  2. Gradually pour the warm water into the bowl, mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, turn out the dough and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Transfer the kneaded dough into a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
  5. Gently punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Shape it into a round loaf and place it on parchment paper.
  6. Allow the shaped loaf to rise for 30-45 minutes, covered with a cloth.
  7. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) about 20 minutes before baking. Place a Dutch oven inside to heat up.
  8. Carefully place the parchment-papered dough into the preheated pot. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Once baked, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool before slicing.

Notes

Store in a paper bag or bread box at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.