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2 Hour No Knead Bread

2 Hour No Knead Bread

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Discover the joy of homemade bread with this 2 Hour No Knead Bread recipe! Perfect for busy weeknights, this simple and versatile recipe requires just four basic ingredients and a quick two-hour process. With no kneading involved, you can enjoy a rustic loaf that’s soft on the inside with a beautifully crusty exterior. Ideal for pairing with soups, making sandwiches, or simply savoring with a pat of butter, this bread will impress your family and friends every time. Whether you’re an experienced baker or trying it for the first time, you’ll find that creating delightful bread at home is easier than ever.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water (up to 130°F)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (aerated before measuring)
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • Extra flour for shaping

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine yeast and hot water; let sit for five minutes.
  2. Add flour and salt to the mixture; stir until combined (lumpy dough is fine).
  3. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm area for one hour.
  4. Preheat Dutch oven in a cold oven to 450°F about 40 minutes into rising.
  5. Turn dough onto a floured surface; shape into a ball by folding it over ten times.
  6. Place dough on parchment paper and cover with a towel; rest for 15 minutes.
  7. Place dough into preheated Dutch oven and bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for another 10 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

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