The EASIEST Bread

45 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour to a bowl.
  2. 2Add 2 teaspoons of salt to the flour.
  3. 3Add 2 and a quarter teaspoons of active dry yeast (or one packet) to the bowl.
  4. 4Add 1.5 cups of really warm water to the dry ingredients.
  5. 5Mix the ingredients until combined.
  6. 6Cover the bowl and let it proof on the counter for 2 hours.
  7. 7Grab some parchment paper and lightly flour it.
  8. 8Dump the dough onto the floured parchment paper.
  9. 9Shape the dough into a ball, lightly flouring it as needed.
  10. 10Using a sharp knife, cut a square into the top of the dough to help it rise.
  11. 11Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and place your Dutch oven inside to heat up.
  12. 12Carefully place the dough (on parchment paper) into the hot Dutch oven.
  13. 13Add 4 ice cubes behind the parchment paper in the Dutch oven.
  14. 14Place the Dutch oven on a baking pan to create a barrier between the oven and the Dutch oven so the bottom doesn't burn.
  15. 15Bake at 450 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes covered.
  16. 16Bake for an additional 15 minutes uncovered.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1.5 cups warm water
  • 4 ice cubes

Equipment

bowlparchment papersharp knifeDutch ovenbaking pan

Tips

  • The steam from the ice cubes helps create a crusty exterior.