4-Ingredient Artisan Bread Recipe: Easy and Homemade Perfection
A simple yet delightful recipe for artisan bread made with just four ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 18 hours
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and yeast together.
- Add warm water and stir until combined.
- Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 12 to 18 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a Dutch oven inside to heat.
- Shape the risen dough on a floured surface and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Experiment with adding herbs or cheese for extra flavor.
- Ensure the water is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: 4-Ingredient Artisan Bread Recipe