Description
Four Ingredient Artisan Bread is a simple, no-fuss recipe that results in a rustic, golden loaf with a chewy crumb and crackly crust. With just flour, yeast, salt, and water, you can create bakery-worthy bread without the need for kneading or complicated techniques.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, and salt. Stir to distribute evenly. Pour in the water and mix until the dough comes together in a shaggy, sticky mass.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let the dough rise at room temperature for 8 to 12 hours, or until doubled in size and dotted with air bubbles.
- Flour your work surface and gently shape the dough into a round loaf. Place it on a piece of parchment paper and cover with a towel to let it rise for 30 to 45 minutes more.
- While the dough rises, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a Dutch oven or heavy lidded pot inside to heat up.
- Once the oven is preheated, carefully lift the dough, with parchment paper, into the hot pot. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Then uncover and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow the crumb to set.
Notes
- If using frozen dough, you can bake directly from the freezer. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- For added flavor, you can mix in herbs, garlic, or cheese when combining the ingredients.
- Store any leftover bread in a bread bag or wrapped in a kitchen towel at room temperature for up to 2 days. Freeze slices for longer storage.
