Description
Rustic Italian Crusty Bread is an easy-to-make, no-knead bread that delivers a perfect combination of a crunchy crust and soft, airy interior. With just a few simple ingredients, this bread is perfect for soups, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and yeast.
- Gradually add the warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise for 2 hours at room temperature.
- Once the dough has doubled in size, gently punch it down to release any air bubbles.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a round or oval loaf.
- Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet or in a Dutch oven.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, bake the bread in a preheated Dutch oven.
- Store leftover bread in a paper bag or bread box for up to 2 days. You can freeze the bread for longer storage.
- For a slightly different flavor, you can substitute part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg