The Story of Flavor with Zac Reynolds: World's Easiest Yeast Bread Recipe

Mix the sifted flour, instant yeast, and kosher salt in a bowl.

Add 3 cups of very warm tap water to the dry ingredients.

Incorporate the water until the mixture has a slightly doughy consistency, scraping the bottom to ensure no flour is left.

Cover the bowl with cling wrap and let it rise for 2 to 3 hours at room temperature.

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prepare a sheet pan with a pan of water in the oven to help make the bread softer.

Once risen, place the dough on a sheet of parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes with the lid on (if using a Dutch oven) or directly on the sheet pan.

Remove the lid and bake for an additional 12 minutes.

Let the bread cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

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