Description
Artisan bread is a handcrafted loaf known for its crusty exterior, soft interior, and rich, complex flavors. Made with simple, natural ingredients, it embodies the essence of traditional baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose or bread flour
- 1½ cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dry yeast
Instructions
- Mix the flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl. Add water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover and let the dough rest at room temperature for 12-18 hours for slow fermentation.
- Shape the dough into a ball and let it rest on a floured surface for 2 hours.
- Bake in a preheated Dutch oven at 450°F (232°C) for 30 minutes with the lid on, then remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
Notes
- The long fermentation time develops the bread’s flavor and texture.
- Steam in the Dutch oven creates the artisan crust.
- Experiment with whole grains for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 195 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g