Description
Crusty Italian Bread is a warm and inviting artisan loaf that features a golden, crunchy crust and a soft, airy interior. This delectable bread is perfect for accompanying soups, creating bruschetta, or simply dipping in olive oil. With its irresistible aroma and delightful texture, this homemade treat will impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare, it’s an essential recipe for any aspiring baker looking to elevate their culinary game.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water (100°F – 110°F)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture; stir until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a round loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let rise again for 30 minutes while preheating the oven to 450°F (230°C). Bake until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg