Homemade Dutch Oven Crusty Bread

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together flour, salt, and yeast

Step 2

Add water and using spatula, mix together until combined

Step 3

Cover with plastic foil and let it rise for 12-18 hours

Step 4

After at least 12 hours, heat up the oven to 450F

Step 5

When the oven has reached this temperature, place covered empty dutch oven into the oven and let it heat for half an hour

Step 6

In the meantime, pour the dough onto a surface covered with flour

Step 7

Using a vegetable scooper, turn the dough few times and form a ball

Step 8

Place parchment paper onto your surface and then place your dough ball on top, cover with plastic foil and let it rest until the pot is hot

Step 9

After the pot has been in the oven for half an hour, take it out and place the bread with parchment paper inside, cover with lid and bake for half an hour

Step 10

After half an hour, take off the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let it rest before cutting