Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked Rosemary Parmesan Artisan Bread. This delightful loaf features a crusty exterior and a soft, airy interior, enriched with nutty Parmesan and fragrant rosemary. Perfect for any occasion, it pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or simply enjoyed with olive oil. With its no-knead preparation method, this recipe simplifies your baking experience while delivering impressive results that will elevate any meal. Whether you’re entertaining guests or savoring a quiet evening at home, this artisan bread is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups water (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 3½ cups bread flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher or fine sea salt
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary
- 1½ cups cubed Parmesan
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine water and yeast. Let sit for 10-15 minutes until foamy.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and rosemary. Allow to sit for 10 minutes.
- Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined; the dough will be slightly sticky.
- Cover with plastic wrap or a towel and let rise in a warm area for about 8-10 hours until doubled in size.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a rectangle, and fold in Parmesan cubes. Form into a log shape.
- Dust with flour, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight (up to 48 hours).
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C) with your Dutch oven inside.
- Transfer dough onto parchment paper; score the top with a knife.
- Carefully place dough into the preheated Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least an hour before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg