Description
Discover the joy of baking with this Rustic Italian Crusty Bread Recipe, an easy and quick way to enjoy homemade bread without the hassle of kneading. With a mere 2 hours of rise time, you can create a loaf that boasts a crisp crust and soft, airy interior. This no-knead artisan bread is perfect for accompanying soups, making sandwiches, or simply savoring with a drizzle of olive oil. Impress your guests at dinner parties or elevate your everyday meals with this delightful bread that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.25 cups all-purpose flour (+ extra 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.
- Gradually add warm water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the bowl loosely and let it rise at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours until doubled in size.
- On a floured surface, turn out the dough and shape it into a round ball.
- Rest the dough on a floured pizza peel while preheating your oven to 450°F with a pizza stone inside.
- Bake for 30 to 45 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with adding herbs or spices to customize flavors. Ensure your yeast is fresh for optimal results.