Description
This rustic no knead rosemary garlic bread is an easy-to-make artisan loaf with a crispy golden crust and soft, flavorful interior. Infused with fresh rosemary and garlic, it requires minimal hands-on time and is baked in a Dutch oven for a perfect crust. Ideal for beginners and perfect for rustic meals, this bread is both vegan and vegetarian-friendly.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Dusting
- Extra flour for dusting
- Cornmeal for dusting
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast. Stir in the warm water until a shaggy dough forms. Add the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and olive oil, then mix until fully combined.
- First Rise: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let the dough sit at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours. The dough will become bubbly and double in size during this time.
- Preheat Oven: Place a Dutch oven with its lid in the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C) for at least 30 minutes to ensure it’s thoroughly heated.
- Shape Dough: Sprinkle a clean surface with flour and turn the dough out onto it. Shape the dough gently into a round loaf ball without kneading further.
- Prepare for Baking: Place a sheet of parchment paper on a surface and sprinkle it with cornmeal. Transfer the shaped dough onto the parchment paper over the cornmeal to prevent sticking.
- Bake Covered: Carefully lift the parchment with dough and place it into the hot Dutch oven. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes to create steam for a crusty bread.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the lid and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
- Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack. Let it cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing to set the crumb and prevent crumbling.
Notes
- You can substitute dried rosemary for fresh using 1 teaspoon if fresh is unavailable.
- This bread is best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight bag for up to 2 days.
- To refresh stale bread, warm it briefly in the oven before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
