Rustic No Knead Rosemary Garlic Bread

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Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F or 45°C)
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Extra flour for dusting

Instructions:

1. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast. Stir in the chopped rosemary and minced garlic.
2. Add Water:
   • Add the warm water to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until the dough is well combined. It will be sticky and shaggy.
3. First Rise:
   • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours, or until it has doubled in size and is bubbly on the surface.
4. Shape the Dough:
   • After the first rise, lightly flour a work surface and your hands. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface and gently shape it into a ball. Be careful not to deflate it too much.
5. Second Rise:
   • Place the dough on a piece of parchment paper. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for about 1-2 hours, or until it has puffed up a bit.
6. Preheat the Oven:
   • About 30 minutes before the second rise is complete, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a Dutch oven (with the lid on) inside the oven to preheat as well.
7. Bake the Bread:
   • Carefully remove the preheated Dutch oven from the oven. Lift the parchment paper with the dough and place it into the Dutch oven. Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Finish Baking:
   • After 30 minutes, remove the lid and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crusty.
9. Cool:
   • Carefully remove the bread from the Dutch oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Enjoy your homemade Rustic No Knead Rosemary Garlic Bread!