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Dutch Oven No-Knead Bread – 4-Ingredient Magic Unveiled!

Dutch Oven No-Knead Bread – 4-Ingredient Bakery Style

A simple and delicious recipe for Dutch Oven No-Knead Bread using just four ingredients, perfect for achieving bakery-style bread at home.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. Add the warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest for 12-18 hours at room temperature.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a Dutch oven inside to heat up.
  5. Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
  6. Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven, place the dough inside, and cover with the lid.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes covered, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For a crustier bread, you can leave the lid off for the last 10 minutes of baking.
  • Experiment with adding herbs or cheese for different flavors.
  • Make sure to use instant yeast for best results.

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