COOK'S ILLUSTRATED ALMOST NO KNEAD BREAD

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If you're familiar with the "traditional" no knead recipe, I think you will find the results of this significantly different. This crust has a nice crunch to it but is much thinner and easier to chew and the interior crumb is tighter (smaller holes) and softer.

Provided by Eric Rusch

Categories     Recipes

Yield 1 Loaf

Number Of Ingredients 16

White Flour Recipe
3 cups (15 ounces) all purpose or bread flour
1/4 tsp. instant or rapid-rise yeast
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (7 ounces) water at room temp
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (3 ounces) mild flavored lager
1 Tbs. white vinegar
Whole Wheat Recipe
2 cups (10 ounces) all purpose or bread flour
1 cup (5 ounces) whole wheat flour
1/4 tsp. instant or rapid-rise yeast
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbs. honey (I used 2 Tbs. raw sugar)
3/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (7 ounces) water at room temp
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (3 ounces) mild flavored lager
1 Tbs. white vinegar

Steps:

  • Follow directions in videos.
  • Baking Instructions: For both these recipes, preheat your oven with Dutch oven or Cloche inside to 500 degrees. Reduce temperature to 425 when the bread dough goes in and bake covered for 30 minutes. Then remove cover and bake an additional 15 minutes or until the internal bread temperature reaches about 200 degrees.

Mohamed Shariffdin
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5 stars! This bread is a keeper!


Saddam Afzal
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This bread is perfect for beginners. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing.


Kalega Fahad
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves bread. It's easy, delicious, and a great way to save money.


Chris Olguin
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This bread is a great value. It's inexpensive to make, and it produces a large loaf of bread that can be enjoyed for days.


Huwane Braham
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I love the flavor of this bread. It's slightly tangy, with a hint of sweetness. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches and toast.


Useph Bednaz
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This bread is a lifesaver when I'm short on time. I can throw it together in a few minutes, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


firekelly rzwmary9
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I've been baking bread for years, and this is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy and convenient, and the bread is always delicious.


Wilbert Chiponda
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This bread is a great introduction to no-knead baking. It's simple, yet produces a delicious, crusty loaf of bread.


Umar H
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I've tried several no-knead bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. The dough is so easy to work with, and the bread always turns out perfect.


Prossy Bea
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The key to this recipe is the long, slow rise. It allows the dough to develop a complex flavor and a beautiful texture.


Claudia M.
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This bread has become a staple in my kitchen. I love using it for sandwiches, toast, and even croutons.


RR Rijan
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I love that this recipe is so hands-off. I can mix it up in the morning and let it rise all day, then bake it in the evening for a fresh, homemade loaf of bread.


Ghulam Kibriya
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This Almost No-Knead Bread recipe from Cook's Illustrated is a game-changer! It's incredibly easy to make, and the results are amazing - a beautiful crust and a soft, chewy interior.