Description
A delicious and aromatic homemade bread that pairs perfectly with soups or can be enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried herbs (like rosemary, thyme, or oregano)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
- Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- Fold in minced garlic and dried herbs.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
- After the dough has risen, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place your Dutch oven with the lid inside to heat.
- On a floured surface, shape the dough into a ball and let it rest while the oven heats.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven, place the dough inside, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing and enjoy your homemade bread.
Notes
Use room temperature water to wake the yeast. A hot Dutch oven and a tight lid give the best crust and crumb. For healthier options, consider substituting half the flour with whole wheat or reducing oil and sugar.
- Prep Time: 720 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bread, garlic, herb, Dutch oven, homemade