The Easiest Loaf Of Bread You’ll Ever Bake, European-style crusty bread

bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, while all-purpose flour is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy, while processed cheese is less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine is a cheaper alternative.

Mix flour, yeast, and salt in a large bowl.

Add warm water and mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a cloth.

Let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the dough and shape it into a round loaf.

Place the loaf on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal.

Cover and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Make shallow slashes on the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crusty.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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