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Freshly baked yeast bread loaf on a wooden table

Yeast Bread

This no-knead, artisan-style bread features a crunchy crust and soft interior, making it a perfect choice for busy bakers looking for a simple and delicious bread option.
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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American, Artisan
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1.25 teaspoons salt
  • 1.5 cups warm water Use warm, not hot water.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a big bowl, mix flour, yeast, and salt. Stir to combine.
  2. Pour in warm water and mix with a spoon until the dough comes together; it will be sticky.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel and let it sit at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours to rise.
  4. After rising, dust your work surface with flour. Tip the dough out and fold it a few times to shape a rough ball. Do not knead.
  5. Place the dough on a piece of parchment paper, cover, and rest for 30 minutes while you heat the oven.
  6. Heat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a heavy pot or Dutch oven inside, lid on, for 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Carefully remove the hot pot, lift the dough with parchment into the pot, cover, and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the crust is deep golden and crisp.
  3. Take the bread out and cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

For best results, allow the bread to cool fully before cutting to prevent it from becoming gummy. Consider serving warm with butter and jam.