Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F or 45°C)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus a little more for brushing)
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Mix the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast.
- Stir in the minced garlic and chopped rosemary.
- Add the warm water and olive oil.
- Mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. (No kneading necessary!)
2️⃣ First Rise:
- Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
- Let it sit at room temperature for 12–18 hours (overnight is best) until the dough is doubled in size, bubbly, and jiggly.
3️⃣ Shape the Dough:
- Lightly flour a surface and gently turn the dough out onto it.
- Fold the dough over itself a couple of times to form a rough ball. (It will be sticky — that’s good!)
- Place the dough seam-side down onto a sheet of parchment paper.
4️⃣ Second Rise:
- Cover the dough loosely with a towel and let it rest for 30–45 minutes while the oven preheats.
5️⃣ Preheat the Oven:
- Place a Dutch oven (or heavy oven-safe pot with a lid) into the oven and preheat to 450°F (230°C).
- Let the pot heat for at least 30 minutes.
6️⃣ Bake:
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven.
- Lift the dough (on the parchment paper) and carefully place it inside the Dutch oven.
- Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for another 10–15 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
7️⃣ Cool:
- Remove the bread from the pot and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
✨ Tips & Variations:
- Extra Garlic Punch: Add roasted garlic cloves into the dough for deeper flavor.
- Cheesy Twist: Sprinkle shredded Parmesan or Asiago cheese into the dough.
- Herb Variations: Try thyme, oregano, or basil instead of (or alongside) rosemary.
✅ Why You’ll Love This Bread:
✔️ Super easy — no kneading or special equipment needed!
✔️ Crispy artisan crust with a soft, flavorful center
✔️ Perfect with soups, stews, or just slathered with butter! 🧈
