Italian Crusty Buns
Directions
- 1Mix flour, yeast, salt, warm water, and olive oil in a bowl until a smooth ball forms.
- 2Let the dough rise for 2 hours.
- 3Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
- 4Roll each piece into a long shape.
- 5Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet.
- 6Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size.
- 7Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 8Score the top of each bun with a knife.
- 9Place a tray of water on the lower rack of the oven to create steam.
- 10Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups flour
- 2 tsp yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Equipment
mixing bowlmixerplastic wrapkitchen towelbaking sheetdough cutterrolling pinovenkettle