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No Knead White Bread

Cultural Context

No Knead White Bread emerged as a popular baking method in the early 2000s, credited to Jim Lahey. This technique allows for a simple, hands-off approach to bread-making, making it accessible for home bakers. Its cultural significance lies in its ability to produce artisan-style bread with minimal effort. Today, variations abound, with many bakers experimenting with different flours and add-ins, making it a beloved staple in kitchens worldwide.

AmericanUSmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
440 g (3 cups) bread flour
1 tablespoon instant yeast
1 teaspoon sea salt
330 ml (1 and 1/2 cups) warm water

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, while bread flour can enhance texture.

yeast

💰Cheaper: sourdough starter

Sourdough starter can be a natural alternative to commercial yeast.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine offers a cost-effective substitute.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free, while water is the most economical option.

1

In a large mixing bowl, add 440 g (3 cups) of bread flour and whisk to remove lumps.

2

Add in 1 tablespoon of instant yeast and 1 teaspoon of sea salt to the bowl and whisk to combine.

3

Pour in 330 ml (1 and 1/2 cups) of warm water and mix until there is no visible flour.

4

Cover the bowl with a towel and let proof for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size.

5

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) with a pot inside for 15 minutes.

6

Flour a surface and transfer the dough onto it, shaping it into a ball without kneading.

7

Let the dough proof for another 15 minutes under a bowl.

8

Transfer the dough onto baking paper and score if desired.

9

Carefully transfer the dough into the preheated pot and cover with the lid.

10

Bake for 30 minutes with the lid on, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.

11

Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

large mixing bowlstainless steel potbaking papercooling rack

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Easy White BreadNo-Knead Bread

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