What's the easiest way to make bread at home?
The easiest way to make bread at home takes less than ten minutes of effort in total, and requires no kneading at all. The catch: after mixing the dough, you need to let it sit for 18 hours before baking. This technique, known as 'No-Knead Bread' was created by Jim Lahey of the Sullivan Street Bakery. It now has many fans, and has inspired countless variations, because with very little effort or skill, you're able to create flavoursome, crusty, bakery-style loaves at home. What you need Ingredients Flour Salt Instant yeast Water Equipment Large bowl Digital scales Oven Dutch oven Baking Paper Scissors Recipe Ingredients 400 g all-purpose or bread flour, plus extra for dusting 8 g salt ¼ tsp instant yeast 320 mL water Method In a large bowl, add flour, salt and yeast, and give a few stirs to combine. Add water and stir until no dry spots remain. Cover bowl with plastic wrap or a plate and let dough rest at least 12 hours, preferably about 18, at room temperature. After the r...