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Chewy Italian Bread with a Perfectly Crisp Crust

WebOct 29, 2020 · Separate the dough into two balls and then form each ball into a loaf. Allow loaves to rise on a cornmeal covered baking sheet in a …

1. Add the Yeast to the warm water and let sit for about 10 minutes to allow yeast to activate. Then add the rest of the ingredients for the dough. Mix well and using a dough hook on your mixer continue to knead the dough until it no longer sticks to the sides and becomes a good solid ball.
2. Separate the dough into two balls and then form each ball into a loaf.
3. Allow loaves to rise on a cornmeal covered baking sheet in a warm area covered with a warm damp towel until doubled in size, this could take about 2 hours.
4. Brush the contents of one egg and sprinkle the cornmeal on top of the bread.

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Rustic Italian Crusty Bread Recipe Video • Ciao Florentina

WebDec 9, 2016 · In a large mixing bowl or your kitchen aid mixer add the flour, salt and yeast. Use a spatula or the paddle attachment and mix to …

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1. In a large mixing bowl or your kitchen aid mixer add the flour, salt and yeast. Use a spatula or the paddle attachment and mix to combine well.
2. Pour in the warm water and keep mixing until everything is incorporated and a soft dough has formed. It will still stick to the bottom of the bowl and that is OK.
3. Cover the bowl with some plastic wrap loosely and a tea towel. Allow the dough to rise at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours until doubled in size.
4. Sprinkle some flour on your kitchen counter and dump the bread dough on it. Flour your hands to help it out of the bowl as it will be sticky. Don't panic, this is normal.

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Crusty Italian bread an easy recipe for the perfect loaf!

WebMar 22, 2020 · Add flour, malt and yeast in the mixer bowl. Start mixing, at minimum speed, slowly adding water. When half of the water is …

1. Add flour, malt and yeast in the mixer bowl.
2. Start mixing, at minimum speed, slowly adding water. When half of the water is absorbed, add the salt.
3. Go on mixing, adding the remaining water, until the dough is smooth and the glutinic net is created. Let it rest in the bowl for 10 minutes.
4. Sprinkle some flour on the chopping board, then work the dough on it, doing what we call "folding the dough". Do that at least twice. Watch the video as a reference.

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