- 3 1/2 Cups All purpose flour
- 2 Tsp Instant yeast
- 2 Tsp Flaky salt
- 2 Cups Lukewarm water
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PREP :- Combine, 3 cups of flour, salt and yeast in a bowl.
- Add 1 1/2 cup of water to the bowl.
- Mix (Dough should be sloppy).
- Remove the dough from the bowl onto a floured surface (1/2 cup).
- Knead the dough for 10-15 minutes (Stand mixer can also be used).
- Form into a ball and put it back in the bowl. Cover with a damp cloth of seal it with plastic wrap.
- Let it rise for 3 hours in a warm place.
- Preheat the oven to 425 F and heat the dutch oven for 30 minutes.
- Take the dough out of the bowl and start kneading. Add flour if too sticky.
- Remove dutch oven from the oven and place the dough in it.
- Cook for 30 minutes with the lid on.
- Cook for 15 minutes without the lid.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes on a cooling rack.
- Enjoy your beautiful homemade loaf!
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FAQ :
Q : While kneading, my dough started to break into pieces. What should I do?
A : Add a splash of water unitl the dough forms a ball. Add a little bit of water each time to prevent over watering the dough.
Q : Can I speed up the time required to rise the dough?
A : No, you'll want your dough to have the proper amount of time to rise. If you cut in the rising time, your loaf will not rise in the oven.
