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Rustic Bread Recipe

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Elevate your meals with this easy and satisfying Rustic Bread Recipe! There’s a unique joy that comes from the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your home. This recipe is simple enough for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for special gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a beautifully crusty loaf perfect for pairing with soups, salads, or simply enjoying warm straight from the oven. Once you try this bread, it will undoubtedly become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups warm water
  • 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 Tbsp sugar
  • 6 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until bubbly.
  2. Mix ingredients: Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture; stir until a soft dough forms.
  3. Let it rise: Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 1-3 hours until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare oven: Preheat to 450°F (232°C) with a pizza stone or upside-down cookie sheet inside.
  5. Shape the dough: Turn out the dough onto a floured surface, lightly fold it over itself, then shape into balls.
  6. Score and bake: Cut an X on top of each loaf and bake on the hot stone for 25-30 minutes until golden.

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