Easy Crusty French Bread
2 hrs 15 min
1 loaf (about 6–8 servings)
A simple no-knead French loaf with a crispy crust and airy crumb, baked in a Dutch oven.
| prepPreheat oven to 460°F / 240°C with Dutch oven inside | |||||||||||
| prepLightly flour a proofing basket or medium bowl | |||||||||||
| prepLightly flour a large cutting board | |||||||||||
| 9 g active dry yeast | Combine yeast, sugar & water | Proof yeast 5 min until foamy | Add flour, mix until shaggy | Add salt, mix until incorporated | Cover & rise 1 hr until doubled | Turn out onto floured board, shape into round | Place seam-side down in basket, cover & proof 30 min | Turn out seam-side up onto parchment | Transfer to hot Dutch oven, cover & bake 460°F / 240°C, 30 min | Uncover & bake 10–15 min until deep brown | Cool on rack at least 30 min before slicing |
| 4 g sugar | |||||||||||
| 300 ml warm water | |||||||||||
| 2 1/2 to 400 g all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting | |||||||||||
| 8 g kosher salt | |||||||||||
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