Stand Mixer Peasant Bread

Step 1

In 1 3/4 cups of warm (110°) water, dissolve 1 teaspoon sugar and 1 package of rapid rise yeast. What for some bubbles to prove the yeast is good.

Step 2

Add the yeast mixture to a preheated stand mixer bowl. With the mixer on "2" slowly add 4 1/2 cups AP flour, 1/4 cup whole wheat flour, and 1 teaspoon salt. Allow the dough to mix for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Move the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, form into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and place in a warm spot for about 60 minutes until about tripled in size.sound.

Step 4

"Preheat" a Dutch oven with hot water, then dry and lightly coat with oil and move the dough into it. Cover and place in a warm spot and allow to double in size — about 30-45 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 450° conventional. Brush the top with some water. x

Step 6

Bake for about 25-30 minutes until internal temp of about 200°, a nice crust, and a hollow sound.