The Easiest & Most Delicious Homemade Bread
Directions
- 1In a bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups of bread flour, 1/2 a teaspoon of yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 2In a separate bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of honey into 2 cups of warm water until incorporated.
- 3Pour the honey-water mixture into the flour mixture and mix until just combined.
- 4Set aside for 1 hour.
- 5Perform 8 stretch and folds, cover, and let it sit for another hour.
- 6Repeat 8 more stretch and folds.
- 7Let the dough sit for 1 more hour.
- 8Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- 9Shape the dough and place it in a preheated Dutch oven.
- 10Bake for 30 minutes with the lid on, then remove the lid for the last 10 minutes for a total of 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups bread flour
- 0.5 teaspoon yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cups warm water
Equipment
bowlwhiskspatulaDutch oven