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Artisan Bread Recipe: The Best Homemade Loaf You’ll Ever Bake

Artisan Bread Recipe

Learn how to make an exquisite artisan bread loaf that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. This recipe is perfect for any home baker looking to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for 12-18 hours at room temperature.
  4. After rising, turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
  5. Place the dough on parchment paper and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
  7. Carefully place the dough in the hot Dutch oven and cover with the lid.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For a better flavor, consider using a mix of different flours.
  • Let the dough rest longer for a chewier texture.

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