Simple Artisan Bread

Simple Artisan Bread

Simple Artisan Bread - In the Kitchen with Coalesce Ministries

This simple, yet delicious, Artisan Bread recipe is a great quick bread to make on a whim! The rise time may not be quick enough to be considered a true quick bread, but to be fair, true Artisan Bread has a much longer rise time which allows the fermentation process the time it needs to develop its sourdough-like flavor. This bread is delicious used as toast, sandwich bread, butter bread, or served with oil with herbs and vinegar alongside of an Italian dish. Whether you want something sweet or savory, a simple Artisan Bread is an easy, diverse choice.

Simple Artisan Bread

Ingredients

·         3 cups All-Purpose or Bread Flour

·         2 tsp Instant or Rapid-Rise Yeast

·         1.5 tsp Salt

·         1 tbsp Sugar (helps activate yeast)

Instructions

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.

2. Add Water: Pour in the warm water and mix with a spoon until just combined and a shaggy, wet dough forms.

3. First Rise: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 3 to 4 hours, or until doubled in size.

4. Preheat Oven: About 30 minutes (second rise) before baking, preheat your oven - with its lid if using a Dutch oven. If using a cast iron pan, create a tent with aluminum foil.

5. Shape: Gently turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, fold it a few times to form a round or oval load, or any shape of your choice, but don’t overwork it. Gently score the top.

6. Bake: Carefully place the dough onto parchment paper in the pan. Remove the lid or foil and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

7. Cool: Let the loaf cool on a wire rack for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing.

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