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Crusty Bread

A delightful blend of simplicity and flavor, creating a golden crust and a soft, airy interior that’s perfect for sandwiches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Various
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 ½ cups warm water

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Plastic wrap or kitchen towel
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
  2. Pour in the warm water and stir with a wooden spoon until combined.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let it rise at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
  4. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a baking sheet in the oven to warm up.
  5. Flour your work surface lightly and turn the dough out. Shape it into a round loaf.
  6. Transfer the loaf to a piece of parchment paper and cover it for about 30 minutes.
  7. Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and slide the loaf (with parchment) onto it.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

For a crispy crust, place a pan of water in the oven while baking.