Foolproof Bread
Directions
- 1Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well with a large spoon.
- 2Use your hands to combine everything and form a raggedy ball. Add more flour if needed.
- 3Coat with olive oil, cover, and let sit overnight or at least 8 hours.
- 4Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape into a tight ball. Place on parchment paper.
- 5Cover with a towel for 2 more hours.
- 6Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) with the Dutch oven inside.
- 7Score the top of the dough and transfer to the hot Dutch oven.
- 8Bake with the lid on for 30 minutes.
- 9Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- 10Allow 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
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