Artisanal Homemade Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon yeast
• 1 1/2 cups warm water

Instructions:

1. Mix Ingredients: Combine flour, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Add warm water and mix until a sticky dough forms.
2. Let Dough Rise: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise for 12-18 hours at room temperature.
3. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
4. Shape Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
5. Bake: Place the dough in the preheated Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.

This simple recipe creates a rustic, crusty loaf with a chewy interior—perfect for enjoying with butter, cheese, or as a base for sandwiches!