Rustic No-Knead Rosemary Garlic Bread

Introduction:
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen. This Rustic No-Knead Rosemary Garlic Bread is a foolproof recipe that delivers a crusty exterior and a soft, flavorful interior infused with fragrant rosemary and garlic. Perfect for beginners, this bread requires no kneading and minimal effort—just some patience as the dough works its magic. Serve it as a side with hearty soups, or enjoy it as a snack with a drizzle of olive oil or butter.

Ingredients:

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 ½ cups warm water
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Prepare Dough:
   • In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
   • Add rosemary, garlic, and warm water. Stir until combined.
   • Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 12-18 hours at room temperature.
2. Shape the Dough:
   • Lightly flour a surface and your hands. Turn the dough out, shaping it into a round loaf.
   • Place it on parchment paper and let rest for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat a Dutch oven with its lid at 450°F (232°C) for 30 minutes.
4. Bake the Bread:
   • Carefully place the dough (on the parchment) into the hot Dutch oven.
   • Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
   • Remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
5. Cool and Serve:
   • Let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Details:

• Prep Time: 15 mins (+ rest time)
• Cook Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: ~13 hours
• Servings: 8 slices
• Calories: ~180 kcal per slice

This bread is perfect for elevating any meal or enjoying as a rustic treat on its own!