Description
A simple recipe for crusty Italian bread.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a cloth. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Make slashes on top of the loaf and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing.
Notes
- Store bread in a paper bag for freshness.
- For a crunchier crust, place a pan of water in the oven while baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: crusty italian bread