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Garlic Herb Dutch Oven Bread

Golden brown garlic herb Dutch oven bread with crispy crust on cooling rack
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Easy no-knead garlic herb Dutch oven bread with crispy crust and soft interior. Perfect beginner-friendly recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ¼ cups (400g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp (7g) active dry yeast
  • 1 ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) warm water (110-115°F)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped herbs (like rosemary, thyme, or parsley)
  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  2. Add the warm water (110-115°F), minced garlic, chopped herbs, and Parmesan cheese. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy, sticky dough forms, ensuring all flour is incorporated.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the Dutch oven with lid inside and preheat for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Place risen dough on a lightly floured surface and gently shape into a round ball.
  6. Carefully remove hot Dutch oven. Place parchment paper inside, add dough ball, and use a sharp knife to make 2-3 slashes on top.
  7. Put lid back on Dutch oven and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove lid and bake another 10-15 minutes until crust is deep golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  9. Remove bread using parchment paper and place on wire rack. Immediately brush top with melted butter.
  10. Let bread cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Water temperature is crucial – too hot will kill the yeast. It should feel like a comfortable bath (110-115°F).
  • Preheating the Dutch oven for 30 minutes creates the signature crispy crust.
  • A 4-6 quart Dutch oven works best for this recipe.
  • Mix of rosemary and thyme gives the most aromatic flavor, but any fresh herbs work.
  • Don’t skip parchment paper – it prevents burning and makes removal easier.

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