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No Knead Italian Bread

Cultural Context

No Knead Italian Bread has its roots in the artisanal bread movement, emphasizing simplicity and minimal effort. This method, popularized by Jim Lahey, allows for a long fermentation that develops flavor and texture without the need for kneading. It's a staple in many Italian households, celebrated for its crusty exterior and chewy interior. Today, this bread has gained global popularity, with many home bakers embracing the ease of no-knead techniques.

ItalianITother
120 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
500 gr wheat flour
400 ml water
7 gr dry yeast
9 g salt

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile and is often more affordable.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

sea salt

🥗Healthier: kosher salt

💰Cheaper: table salt

Kosher salt is less expensive and widely available.

1

Mix the flour and yeast together using a whisk.

2

Add water and salt to the mixture.

3

Mix until there is no dry flour left, using a spatula.

4

Cover the dough and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

5

Moisten hands with water and fold the dough from the outside to the inside.

6

Cover the dough and let it rest until its volume doubles.

7

Sprinkle flour on the surface of the dough.

8

Roll out the dough into a rectangle without crushing it.

9

Fold the dough as shown in the video and divide it into 2 equal pieces.

10

Shape the dough and bring the ends together.

11

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30-40 minutes.

12

Bake in a preheated oven at 220 °C (428 °F) for 15-17 minutes, placing a bowl of boiling water on the bottom of the oven for steam.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

whiskspatulabowloven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

No Knead BreadItalian Artisan Bread
Local Name: Pane italiano senza impasto

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