#Yummy Rustic Italian Bread recipe #Cuisinart bread machine

bread flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients, while all-purpose is more accessible.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: instant yeast

Sourdough adds flavor and probiotics, while instant yeast is convenient.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthy, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

salt

Mix flour, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl until combined.

Add water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a round loaf.

Place the shaped loaf on a baking sheet dusted with semolina flour or cornmeal.

Cover the loaf with a cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Make a few shallow slashes on the top of the loaf with a sharp knife.

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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