Description
This crusty bread recipe yields a warm, aromatic loaf with a crispy crust and soft, airy interior, perfect for any meal. It’s simple to make and customizable with various herbs and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups bread flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add the warm water and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let it rest for at least an hour.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a pan of water inside to create steam.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Notes
- Use high-quality flour for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: recipes
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: bread, homemade, crusty, baking, easy