Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread (Printable Version)

Flavorsome garlic and fresh herb bread baked perfectly in a heated Dutch oven for a golden crust.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 375 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 9 grams salt
03 - 1.5 grams instant yeast

→ Wet Ingredients and Flavorings

04 - 360 milliliters warm water
05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary and thyme, chopped
07 - 15 milliliters olive oil

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and instant yeast until evenly distributed.
02 - Add the warm water, minced garlic, and chopped fresh herbs to the dry mixture, stirring until fully combined.
03 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours to develop flavor and texture.
04 - Preheat the oven to 230°C and place a Dutch oven inside to heat thoroughly.
05 - Carefully remove the heated Dutch oven and coat the bottom with olive oil to prevent sticking.
06 - Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape it gently into a round loaf.
07 - Place the shaped dough into the hot Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes to create steam and oven spring.
08 - Remove the lid and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
09 - Let the bread cool on a wire rack completely before slicing to preserve crumb structure.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - The extended resting period develops complexity of flavor and improves crumb texture.
02 - Ensuring the Dutch oven is thoroughly heated guarantees optimal oven spring and crust formation.
03 - Adjust baking duration according to your oven’s performance for ideal crust coloration.

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