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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
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon quick rise yeast
1 teaspoon salt
maple syrup

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

Mix 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of quick rise yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl.

2

Add water mixed with maple syrup to the dry ingredients and stir until a wet, shaggy dough forms.

3

Cover the bowl with a silicone cover or plastic wrap and let it sit for 8 to 24 hours at room temperature.

4

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) with a 6-quart Dutch oven inside.

5

Transfer the dough to a floured surface, sprinkle flour on top, and fold it over itself to form a ball.

6

Place the dough on parchment paper and cut a pattern on top.

7

Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven and place the dough with parchment paper inside.

8

Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

9

Let the bread cool before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowl6-quart Dutch ovenparchment paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Easy White BreadNo-Knead Bread

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