Basic Artisan Bread Recipe

Reader Contribution by Jonathan Sadowski
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There are many different recipes available to the home bread maker that are simple.  Finding the right one makes fresh, tasty, timely homemade bread a reality no matter how busy one’s schedule is.  The recipe below is what keeps the bread popping out of the oven in my house, and is a product of trying several different recipes, proofing techniques, and dough storage.  It is also very simple, yet allows plenty of room for experimentation; substituting different types of flour and/or adding spices can open the door to a new world of tastes, while keeping prep and cooking times to a minimum.

Again, the beauty of this recipe is its simplicity.  I have been using it for six years, and keep finding ways to make it different and exciting.  Enjoy.

Basic Artisan Bread Recipe

Tools: Large bowl with non-airtight cover (I usually use a dish cloth), wooden spoon, cookie sheet, pizza stone.

6 1/2 cups white, unbleached, all-purpose flour

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