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No Knead Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread Recipe (Crispy Crust)

No Knead Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread Recipe with Crispy Crust

Welcome to the world of homemade bread, where the aroma of freshly baked goods fills your kitchen and the taste of warm, crusty bread transports you to a cozy bakery. This simple yet delightful recipe requires no kneading and results in a stunning loaf bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp instant yeast
  • 1.5 cups warm water about 110°F
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Plastic Wrap or Kitchen Towel
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Clean Surface for Shaping
  • Dutch Oven with a Lid
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of salt, and ½ teaspoon of instant yeast. Mix well.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 ½ cups of warm water, 4 cloves of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of fresh rosemary, and 2 tablespoons of fresh thyme to the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Step 3: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
  4. Step 4: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a Dutch oven (with lid) inside to heat for 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Lightly flour a clean surface and gently turn the dough out onto it. Shape the dough into a ball and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven and place the dough inside. Cover with lid.
  7. Step 7: Bake the bread for 30 minutes with the lid on. Then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Step 8: Once done, remove from the Dutch oven and let it cool on a wire rack for about 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

This recipe is versatile; you can add cheese or different herbs based on your preference. Store leftover bread by wrapping it in plastic wrap or placing it in a paper bag at room temperature.