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Simple Rustic Bread

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
375 min
SERVINGS
20 servings
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Simple Rustic Bread
Ingredients
  • 3 cups warm water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons coarse salt
  • 6 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
Instructions
1
Combine water, yeast, and salt in a large bowl to create a harmonious blend. Allow the mixture to undergo fermentation, transforming into a frothy consistency within 10 minutes.
2
Gradually incorporate flour into the yeast mixture until it is fully assimilated, resulting in a loose and damp dough. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth to maintain humidity, then permit it to rest for approximately 5 hours.
3
Utilize your hands to shape the dough into two distinct loaves, ensuring they are moist and pliable. Place the loaves on a surface dusted with cornmeal, scoring their tops with a few swift cuts using a sharp blade. Transfer the loaves to a baking sheet, allowing them to rise exponentially over 30 to 60 minutes.
4
Preheat the oven to a scorching 425 degrees F (220 degrees C), creating an ideal environment for the loaves to mature.
5
Bake the loaves in the preheated oven, periodically spraying them with water to maintain a humid atmosphere. Continue baking until they achieve a golden brown hue, approximately 20 minutes.