Foolproof Bread

12m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Combine flour, water, yeast, salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a large bowl. Mix well with a large spoon and use your hands to form a raggedy ball. Add more flour if needed.
  2. 2Coat the dough with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, cover, and let sit overnight (at least 8 hours) at room temperature.
  3. 3Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a tight ball.
  4. 4Place the dough on parchment paper, cover with a towel, and let rest for 2 hours.
  5. 5Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) with the Dutch oven inside.
  6. 6Score the top of the dough with an X and transfer it to the hot Dutch oven.
  7. 7Bake covered for 30 minutes.
  8. 8Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. 9Allow bread to cool for 30 minutes before cutting.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Equipment

large bowllarge spoonparchment papertowelDutch ovenknife