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Easy Italian Bread


  • Author: The Sweet Cucina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. In large bowl, mix water, sugar and yeast.
  2. Let sit until yeast activates and looks foamy, about 5 – 10 minutes.
  3. Then olive oil, salt and the flour.
  4. Mix with dough hook on low until dough looks rough, about 2 minutes
  5. After 2 minutes, turn to medium speed for 5 minutes until the dough looks smooth and elastic.
  6. Transfer to an oiled bowl, cover bowl in plastic wrap and let rise for one hour.
  7. After one hour, pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
  8. Transfer dough to lightly floured surface and form into ball.
  9. Form into one large boule or cut in half and form into 2 boules and place on lightly greased cookie sheet, silicone mat or parchment paper.
  10. Cover with a towel and let rise for 20 – 30 minutes.
  11. Uncover and use a sharp knife to cut a few slices across the top.
  12. Bake for 20 minutes.
  13. Cool on rack for about 15 – 20 minutes before slicing.
  14. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian