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No-Knead Artisan Bread

A simple yet satisfying recipe for making crusty artisan bread at home without the need for kneading.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking, Bread
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Use unbleached for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon salt This enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast Fast-acting yeast for quicker rise.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups water Warm water to help activate the yeast.

Method
 

Mixing Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. Add warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
First Rise
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours, until bubbly and doubled in size.
Shaping and Second Rise
  1. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. With floured hands, shape it into a ball.
  2. Let it rest for another 1-2 hours, covered with a towel.
Baking
  1. Preheat your Dutch oven in the oven at 450°F (232°C) for 30 minutes.
  2. Carefully place the dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Cooling
  1. Remove the bread from the pot and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Patience is key; allow your dough plenty of time for a slow, flavorful rise. A Dutch oven is recommended for achieving a perfect crust.