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Rustic Rosemary Parmesan Bread

A simple and delightful bread recipe featuring fragrant rosemary and rich Parmesan, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 13 hours
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 13 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 0.75 teaspoon instant yeast
Wet Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups warm water (around 100°F/38°C)
Flavor Additions
  • 0.5 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese Add extra for sprinkling on top if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary Or 1 tablespoon of dried rosemary.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast. Stir together until evenly mixed.
  2. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and the chopped rosemary.
  3. Pour warm water into the dry mixture, stirring until the dough comes together.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let it rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours.
Shaping and Rising
  1. Dust a clean surface with flour. Turn the dough out and dust the top with more flour. Fold the sides inward until it resembles a somewhat tidy ball.
  2. Place your dough ball onto a piece of parchment paper, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise for another 1 to 2 hours.
Baking
  1. About 30 minutes before you're ready to bake, preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
  2. Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven, and using the parchment paper, lift your dough and place it inside.
  3. If desired, sprinkle additional Parmesan and rosemary on top. Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the lid and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Allow the loaf to cool on a wire rack. Slice, slather on some butter, and enjoy!

Notes

If you don’t have fresh rosemary, dried works as well—just use less. Experiment with other herbs or cheeses to make it your own. Don't worry about the sticky dough; it's meant to be rustic!