Dutch Oven Bread
This **Dutch Oven Bread** is the ultimate easy-to-make artisan bread with a crispy, golden crust and a soft, airy crumb. The Dutch oven mimics a professional bakery’s steam oven, giving your bread the perfect texture. This recipe is simple, requires minimal ingredients, and is ideal for beginner bakers or anyone craving homemade bread.
Ingredients:
- For the Bread Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for a chewier texture)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional, for a slightly sweeter dough)
- For Dusting:
- All-purpose flour (for dusting the dough and the Dutch oven)
