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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 all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Combine bread flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

2

Slowly add water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

3

Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 5 hours.

4

After 5 hours, check the dough for bubbles indicating fermentation.

5

Wet your hands before handling the sticky dough to make it easier to work with.

6

Use a dough scraper to remove the dough from the bowl if necessary.

7

Prepare a container lined with parchment paper to place the dough in.

8

Transfer the dough to the prepared container and cover it with a lid or plastic wrap.

9

Let the dough rest for an additional 30 minutes before baking.

10

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a cast iron skillet inside to heat.

11

Once the skillet is hot, carefully remove it from the oven and place the dough inside.

12

Cover the skillet with a stainless steel lid to trap steam while baking.

13

Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.

14

Remove the bread from the skillet and let it cool for half an hour before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlplastic wrapDutch ovenwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Easy White BreadNo-Knead Bread

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