Description
A simple yet delicious recipe for crusty Italian bread that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Make a few slashes on top of the loaf and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For a crustier bread, place a pan of water in the oven while baking.
- Experiment with adding herbs or garlic for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crusty Italian Bread, Italian Bread Recipe, Homemade Bread