Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread: Enjoy Crispy Crust Magic!
A delightful homemade bread infused with garlic and herbs, baked to perfection in a Dutch oven for a crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 12-18 hours (including resting time)
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme), chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
- Add the warm water, minced garlic, and chopped herbs to the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
- After the resting period, preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a Dutch oven inside to heat up.
- Once preheated, carefully remove the Dutch oven and place the dough inside (you can shape it if desired).
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For a more intense garlic flavor, you can roast the garlic before adding it to the dough.
- Feel free to experiment with different herbs based on your preference.
- Make sure to use a Dutch oven that is safe for high temperatures.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg