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Effortless Artisan French Bread

Experience the aroma and taste of homemade Artisan French Bread without the fuss. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a warm and crusty loaf in just over an hour, turning your kitchen into an authentic French bakery.
3
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
499
CALORIES
$0.22
PER SERVING
Effortless Artisan French Bread
Ingredients
DOUGH
8 SERVINGS
Salt
1 tbsp salt
All Purpose Flour
6 1/2 cups all purpose flour
Warm Water
1/2 cup warm water
110°f
Hot Water
2 cups hot water
Granulated Sugar
3 tbsp granulated sugar
Vegetable Oil
1/3 cup vegetable oil
Instant Yeast
2 tbsp instant yeast
TOPPING
Egg
1 large egg
beaten
Directions
DOUGH
45 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water (110°F). Let proof for 10 minutes.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine hot water, granulated sugar, salt, vegetable oil, and 3 cups of all-purpose flour. Mix together until well combined.
3
Add the yeast mixture to the large mixing bowl and mix well.
4
Gradually add the remaining 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, one cup at a time, mixing after each addition. The dough should start pulling away from the sides of the bowl when ready.
5
Cover the dough with a clean towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
SHAPING
6
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
7
Divide the dough into three equal parts. On a lightly floured surface, roll each part into a 9x12 inch rectangle.
8
Roll each rectangle up lengthwise, like a jelly roll, tuck and pinch the ends under, and shape into a French bread loaf.
9
Place the loaves seam side down on a greased baking sheet or parchment-lined baking tray, spaced evenly apart.
10
With a sharp knife, make 3-4 diagonal cuts about 1/4 inch deep on the top of each loaf.
11
Brush the loaves with the beaten egg evenly.
12
Allow the loaves to rise uncovered for 30-40 minutes in a warm, draft-free place.
BAKING
13
Bake the loaves for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and crusty on the outside. The bread should sound hollow when tapped lightly on the bottom.
Health Info
Macros
84g
CARBS
11g
FAT
12g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LACTOSE FREE
GLUTEN FREE
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
EGGS
WHEAT
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