Ah yes—the famous no-knead bread! It’s hands-off, rustic, and gives that beautiful chewy crust and soft, airy interior without all the kneading. Here’s a reliable recipe:
No-Knead Bread
Ingredients (1 loaf):
- 3 cups (360 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp instant yeast (very small amount!)
- 1 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) warm water
Instructions:
- Mix the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt.
- Add water and stir with a spoon until it forms a shaggy, sticky dough. No kneading required!
- First rise:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel.
- Let it rise at room temperature for 12–18 hours, until bubbly and doubled in size.
- Shape and rest:
- Lightly flour a work surface. Gently turn the dough out and fold it over itself once or twice.
- Place on parchment paper and cover loosely with a towel for 30–60 minutes.
- Preheat oven & pot:
- Place a Dutch oven (or oven-safe heavy pot with lid) in the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C).
- Bake the bread:
- Carefully remove the hot pot from the oven.
- Lift the dough with parchment paper into the pot, cover with lid.
- Bake 30 minutes covered, then remove the lid and bake 10–15 minutes uncovered, until golden brown and crusty.
- Cool & enjoy:
- Remove bread and cool on a wire rack at least 30 minutes before slicing.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, add 1–2 tsp sugar or honey, or herbs like rosemary or thyme.
- Use bread flour instead of all-purpose for a chewier texture.
- You can also sprinkle flour or cornmeal on the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking.
If you want, I can also give a quick 4–5 hour no-knead bread version that still has a beautiful crust and texture—perfect if you don’t want to wait overnight.
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