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Artisan Bread
Faiza Shabir

Easy Crusty Artisan Bread Recipe

This easy crusty artisan bread delivers a golden crispy crust with a soft, airy inside—just like bakery-style bread at home. No fancy equipment needed, just simple ingredients and time. Perfect for sandwiches, soups, or enjoying warm with butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Bread
Cuisine: European
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl mix flour salt and yeast
  2. Add warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms
  3. Cover and let it rise for 2–3 hours until doubled
  4. Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F) with a Dutch oven inside
  5. Shape dough into a ball on floured surface
  6. Place dough on parchment paper and transfer into hot Dutch oven
  7. Cover and bake for 30 minutes
  8. Remove lid and bake another 10 minutes until crust is golden
  9. Let cool before slicing

Notes

  • Do not over-knead this dough; it should stay sticky
  • Use a Dutch oven for the best crust results
  • Add herbs or garlic for extra flavor
  • Let the bread cool fully before cutting for the best texture
  • Store in a paper bag to keep the crust crispy

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