Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups water
Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.
- 2
Add water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 12-18 hours at room temperature.
- 4
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a Dutch oven inside to heat.
- 5
Shape dough into a ball and place on parchment paper.
- 6
Lower into the hot Dutch oven.
- 7
Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.
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Long fermentation enhances flavor - don't rush this step.
A Dutch oven traps steam for a crispy crust.
Cool the bread on a rack to prevent a soggy bottom.
The dough will be very sticky - that's normal!
No-Knead Artisan Bread
This revolutionary bread recipe proves that you don’t need to knead to create amazing bread! The long, slow fermentation develops incredible flavor and creates that coveted open crumb structure.
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The Science Behind No-Knead
The long fermentation time allows the flour to fully hydrate and develop gluten naturally. The high water content creates steam during baking, resulting in the characteristic holes and crispy crust.
Variations
Herb Bread: Add 2 tbsp dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano) Olive Bread: Fold in 1/2 cup chopped olives before the final rise Seeded Bread: Roll shaped dough in mixed seeds before baking Whole Wheat: Replace 1 cup flour with whole wheat flour
Storage
Store cooled bread in a paper bag for up to 3 days, or slice and freeze for up to 3 months.
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