Artisan Basic French Bread And Variations Overnight Recipe

Master the art of bread making with this incredibly easy overnight French bread recipe! Get perfectly crusty, delicious bread with minimal effort – only about 10 minutes of hands-on time! This 4-ingredient (plus optional whole wheat) recipe is so simple, your neighbors will be amazed it's homemade. Perfect for beginners, this recipe is based on a breadmaking class and has been a Christmas hit. Discover the secret to amazing bread with just a little patience. Learn more about bread making with these recommended books: 'Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day', 'Amy's Bread', and 'The Bread Apprentice'. Prepare to impress!

Prep Time 720 mins
Cook Time 860 mins
Calories 1371.5 kcal
Protein 79g
Rating 3.6 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Artisan Basic French Bread And Variations Overnight

  • 1.5 tsp (7g) Instant Yeast
  • 3 cups (375g) Warm Water
  • 6 cups (750g) Unbleached White Flour
  • 1.5 tsp (9g) Salt

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How to Make Artisan Basic French Bread And Variations Overnight

  1. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups (375g) warm water (105-115°F), 1.5 tsp (7g) active dry yeast, and 1.5 tsp (9g) salt.
  2. Stir until yeast is dissolved.
  3. Add 6 cups (750g) all-purpose flour (or a combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour for added flavor and nutrients).
  4. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Do not knead.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for at least 12 hours, or overnight (ideally 12-18 hours).
  6. Gently turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
  7. Shape the dough into a boule (round loaf) or a baguette. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Carefully place the shaped dough into the preheated Dutch oven.
  10. Bake, covered, for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove the lid and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200-210°F (93-99°C).
  12. Remove from the Dutch oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

146 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

3g

Carbs

95g

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