PEASANT BREAD
There's nothing more special than homemade bread at the dinner table, and this hearty loaf is no exception.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine 1/4 cup water and yeast. Let stand until yeast is foamy, about 10 minutes. Add 1/2 cup more water and sponge; mix on low speed using paddle, about 2 minutes. Add flours, salt, and remaining water; mix 1 minute more. Using dough hook, mix on medium-low speed, pulling dough from hook 2 or 3 times, until dough is soft and sticks to fingers when squeezed, about 8 minutes. Or knead by hand, 15 to 20 minutes.
- On a floured surface, knead dough into a ball by hand, 4 or 5 turns. Place smooth side up in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise in a warm place until tripled in bulk, about 3 hours.
- Turn dough onto floured surface. Flour top, and cut in half. Roll up one piece of dough lengthwise, flatten slightly, and roll lengthwise again. On an unfloured surface, cup your hands around the sides of the dough and move it in small, circular motions, until top of dough is rounded and bottom is smooth. Flour a piece of parchment, and place dough on it; cover loosely with oiled plastic wrap, then cover with a towel. Repeat process with second piece of dough. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 50 minutes. 30 minutes before this final rise is completed, place a baking stone or baking sheet in the oven and an empty baking pan on the lowest shelf; heat oven to 450 degrees.
- Sprinkle dough with flour, and dimple the surface with your fingertips; let rise 10 minutes more. Using a baker's peel or baking sheet, slide loaves and parchment onto the baking stone or baking sheet. Pour 2 cups very hot water into the heated baking pan to create steam. Bake until dark golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped on the bottom, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
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Bijaya Gurung_
[email protected]This bread is amazing! I can't believe how easy it was to make.
almo_ 123
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best peasant bread I've ever had.
Carol Keddy
[email protected]This peasant bread is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and it always makes me feel better when I'm feeling down.
Sydney Sugarhead
[email protected]I love this bread! It's so versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, toast, and even croutons. It's always delicious.
Nya Heidt
[email protected]This bread is delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Princess ijeoma
[email protected]I'm a novice baker, and this recipe was perfect for me. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the bread turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!
Carlos Ramirez Rivera
[email protected]This bread is a winner! It's soft, fluffy, and has a great flavor. I love it toasted with butter and honey.
mohamed abdeen
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this bread was to make. It turned out beautifully, and it tasted even better than it looked. I will definitely be making this again.
Ricardo Andalon
[email protected]This peasant bread is the perfect addition to any meal. It's hearty and flavorful, and it goes well with everything from soup to salad to grilled meats. I highly recommend it!
Mike Blocker
[email protected]I love this bread! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I especially love it toasted with butter and jam.
Bivon Aburi
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now, and I'm always impressed with how well it turns out. It's a great basic bread recipe that can be used for a variety of purposes.
Amanda Corneja
[email protected]This bread is so easy to make, and it turns out perfect every time. I love the crispy crust and the soft, fluffy interior. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.
Keshav Subedi
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of bread, but this peasant bread is amazing. It's so soft and fluffy, and it has a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
SAD SONG BD
[email protected]This bread is delicious! I made it for my family, and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for beginners, and it's also a great way to use up leftover buttermilk.
New Islam New IsIam
[email protected]I was a little skeptical about making bread from scratch, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The bread turned out perfectly, and it was so delicious. I'm definitely going to make it again.
Lenah Jepkirui
[email protected]This bread is a keeper! I love the flavor and texture. It's perfect for sandwiches and toast.
Christian Marquez
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now, and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make, and it's a delicious, versatile bread that can be used for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.
Shahagha Hotak
[email protected]This peasant bread is amazing! The crust is perfectly crisp, and the inside is fluffy and soft. I used my sourdough starter, and it gave the bread a wonderful tang. I will definitely be making this again!