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Rustic Italian Crusty Bread

Rustic Italian Crusty Bread - Perfect No-Knead Delight

Enjoy the delightful aroma and texture of Rustic Italian Crusty Bread, a no-knead recipe that brings the taste of Italy to your home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3.25 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with unbleached flour for richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor and supports dough structure.
  • 1.5 cups warm water Slightly warmer than body temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast Can use active dry yeast if activated first.
For the Baking Setup
  • 1 cup semolina flour Sprinkle on pizza stone to prevent sticking.
  • 1 bowl oven-safe bowl of water Creates steam for a crispy crust.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pizza stone
  • Oven-safe bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Wire Rack
  • Flour dusted surface

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rustic Italian Crusty Bread
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3.25 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and 2 teaspoons of instant yeast. Stir until well mixed.
  2. Gradually pour in 1.5 cups of warm water while mixing. Continue until a soft, sticky dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl tightly and let rise at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Dust a clean surface with flour and transfer the dough. Shape into a loaf and make shallow cuts on top.
  5. Preheat the oven to 450°F with a pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  6. Place an oven-safe bowl filled with water on the bottom rack to create steam.
  7. Sprinkle semolina flour over the hot pizza stone, transfer the loaf, and bake for 30 to 45 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack. Optionally, leave the bread in the oven with the door ajar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to preheat properly and create steam for the best crust. Allow cooling for better texture.

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