How to Make Peasant Bread (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Mix the Dough
🫙 In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast.
💦 Add the lukewarm water and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy, sticky dough forms.
🚫 No kneading needed! Just mix until all the flour is absorbed.
Step 2: Let the Dough Rise
🫙 Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
📌 Pro Tip: If your kitchen is cold, place the bowl in the oven with the light on or near a warm window to help it rise faster.
Step 3: Prepare the Baking Bowls
🧈 Generously butter two oven-safe bowls or small loaf pans.
🔪 Use a spatula to divide the dough into the greased bowls.
Step 4: Second Rise
⏳ Let the dough rise again for about 30–40 minutes, until it looks puffy and airy.
Step 5: Bake the Bread
🔥 Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
⏳ Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 15–20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
📌 How to Check If It’s Done: Tap the bottom of the bread—if it sounds hollow, it’s ready!
Step 6: Cool & Enjoy
⏳ Let the bread cool in the bowls for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack.
🍽️ Slice and serve warm with butter, jam, or honey!
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