RUSTIC BREAD

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This simple yet delicious loaf from baker Adam Leonti of Brooklyn Bread Lab relies on an overnight rest and fresh cake yeast to develop some of the sour, tangy flavor and chewy texture of sourdough bread with a much more streamlined process.

Provided by Adam Leonti

Categories     Bread     Sourdough     Bake     3-Ingredient Recipes

Yield Makes 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 4

500 grams bread flour (about 4 cups)
13 grams kosher salt (about 2 1/2 teaspoons)
5 grams fresh cake yeast (about 1 packed teaspoon), crumbled
All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Steps:

  • Using your hands, mix bread flour, salt, yeast, and 2 cups (450 grams) room-temperature water in a medium bowl. Lightly knead, grabbing corners of dough, gently pulling upward, and pushing toward the center, until dough comes together. Dust another bowl with all-purpose flour and transfer dough to bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and chill 12-18 hours.
  • Turn out dough onto a lightly floured work surface, dust with flour, and press into a 8x5" rectangle. Fold rectangle in half lengthwise, then roll up tightly at narrow end (like a burrito). Place both hands on top of dough; working against friction of work surface, pull gently down toward yourself to create a rounded boule shape.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and cover loosely with a clean flour-dusted towel. Let rise at room temperature 4 hours, or chill 6-12 hours.
  • One hour before baking, arrange rack in middle of oven; preheat to 500°F. After dough has risen, slash dough with a razor blade or very sharp knife in 3 parallel slits at least 1/4" deep. Transfer baking sheet to oven, reduce oven temperature to 450°F, and bake bread until crust is very brown and an instant-read thermometer registers 190-200°F, 30-40 minutes. Let cool before slicing, about 2 hours.

Abu Riz
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I'm allergic to gluten, so I can't eat this bread. But it looks delicious!


Md tazel Daivar
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer recipes that are simpler and easier to follow.


Isabel Mambwe
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bread didn't turn out as good as the picture. It was still edible, but it wasn't as crusty as I would have liked.


Jisen Arben
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This is the best rustic bread recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Asraf Sheikh
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I love the rustic look of this bread. It's so charming and it makes me feel like I'm eating something that was made with care.


Marjorie Bijlhout
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This bread is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for a casual dinner at home. It's always a hit!


Subin Theeng
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow that even I could do it! The bread turned out beautifully and tasted amazing.


ssepuuya robert
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This recipe is a winner! The bread was delicious and everyone who tried it loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Positive Queen on Purpose
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This bread is so easy to make and it always turns out great! I love the rustic look of it, and it's perfect for sandwiches or just eating plain. I've also used it to make croutons and bread crumbs.


hadi raja
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I've been baking bread for years, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the results were amazing. The bread was crusty on the outside and soft on the inside, with a beautiful golden brown c


Champion Gear
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This rustic bread recipe is a keeper! The bread turned out perfectly golden brown and had a delightful crust. The inside was soft and fluffy, with a slightly chewy texture. I served it with some homemade soup and it was the perfect complement.