Description
A rustic Italian bread with a crackly crust and soft, airy crumb. Perfect for dipping, sandwiches, or enjoying on its own.
Ingredients
- – 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- – 1 tsp sea salt
- – 1.5 cups warm water
- – 2 tsp instant yeast (or active dry yeast)
Instructions
- 1️⃣ In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
- 2️⃣ Pour in warm water and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- 3️⃣ Cover loosely and let rise at room temperature for 2–3 hours.
- 4️⃣ Shape gently into a round loaf and score the top.
- 5️⃣ Preheat oven to 450°F with a pizza stone and a bowl of water for steam.
- 6️⃣ Bake for 30–45 minutes until golden brown.
- 7️⃣ Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
– For added flavor, incorporate herbs like rosemary or olives.
– Let the loaf cool on a wire rack to keep the crusty texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 195