No-Knead Artisan-Style Bread

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups (400 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
• 2 teaspoons (10 g) fine sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 1/2 cups (350 ml) cold water
• Olive oil, for greasing

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast. Add the cold water and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
2. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rest at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
3. After the resting period, the dough should be bubbly and doubled in size. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with olive oil.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape into a loaf. Place the dough in the prepared pan, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1-2 hours.
5. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Once the oven is preheated, bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and crusty.
6. Let cool before slicing.

Interesting Facts

• No-knead artisan-style bread is a great way to make homemade bread without any special equipment.
• The dough needs to rest for a minimum of 12 hours, so it's best to make the dough the day before.
• This bread is best served warm with butter or jam.