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Rustic Garlic Loaf

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar, and let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down dough and shape into a round or oval loaf, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes while preheating oven to 425°F.
  7. Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
  8. Cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.