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Rustic Italian Crusty Bread Recipe

Rustic Italian Crusty Bread Recipe


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  • Author: Ivy
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Experience the joy of baking with this Rustic Italian Crusty Bread Recipe, a simple yet rewarding way to create artisan-style bread at home. With just four basic ingredients—flour, water, salt, and yeast—this no-knead recipe allows you to enjoy fresh, crusty bread without the fuss. The result is a golden-brown loaf with a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior, perfect for sandwiches, serving alongside soups, or simply dipping in olive oil. In under three hours from start to finish, you’ll have a beautiful loaf that fills your kitchen with delightful aromas and satisfies your cravings for homemade goodness.


Ingredients

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  • 3.25 cups all-purpose flour (+ more for dusting)
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1.5 cups warm water
  • 2 tsp instant yeast (or active dry yeast)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast.
  2. Gradually add warm water and mix until fully incorporated; the dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
  3. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball without kneading.
  5. Place on a floured pizza peel and allow it to rest while preheating your oven to 450°F with a pizza stone inside.
  6. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let cool completely before slicing.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30–45 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg