COOK'S ILLUSTRATED ALMOST NO KNEAD BREAD

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If you're familiar with the "traditional" no knead recipe, I think you will find the results of this significantly different. This crust has a nice crunch to it but is much thinner and easier to chew and the interior crumb is tighter (smaller holes) and softer.

Provided by Eric Rusch

Categories     Recipes

Yield 1 Loaf

Number Of Ingredients 16

White Flour Recipe
3 cups (15 ounces) all purpose or bread flour
1/4 tsp. instant or rapid-rise yeast
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (7 ounces) water at room temp
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (3 ounces) mild flavored lager
1 Tbs. white vinegar
Whole Wheat Recipe
2 cups (10 ounces) all purpose or bread flour
1 cup (5 ounces) whole wheat flour
1/4 tsp. instant or rapid-rise yeast
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbs. honey (I used 2 Tbs. raw sugar)
3/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (7 ounces) water at room temp
1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. (3 ounces) mild flavored lager
1 Tbs. white vinegar

Steps:

  • Follow directions in videos.
  • Baking Instructions: For both these recipes, preheat your oven with Dutch oven or Cloche inside to 500 degrees. Reduce temperature to 425 when the bread dough goes in and bake covered for 30 minutes. Then remove cover and bake an additional 15 minutes or until the internal bread temperature reaches about 200 degrees.

Rue Tiriwawi
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This is the best bread recipe I've ever tried. The bread is so delicious and it's so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making this again and again.


UDQqpu D
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been wanting to try no-knead bread for a while now, but I was intimidated by the process. This recipe is so simple and easy to follow, and the results are amazing.


George Mukuve
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This bread is the best! It's so soft and fluffy, and it has a perfect crust. I love that it's so easy to make too.


Faruq Ogunsola
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This recipe is a winner! The bread is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've already made it twice and I'm sure I'll be making it again and again.


Hasnain Mohammad
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I've been looking for a good no-knead bread recipe for a while now, and this is definitely it. The bread is delicious and it's so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Muhabat Noor
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This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the crust is perfectly crispy. I've never had no-knead bread this good before.


Oshim Mesoma
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The bread was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Alam Sher
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This recipe is a great introduction to no-knead bread baking. It's simple to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try their hand at making their own bread.


Van Zanniat
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I love this bread! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times now, and I've never been disappointed.


KAZI MUSHFIQ
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This recipe is a bit more time-consuming than some other no-knead bread recipes, but it's worth the extra effort. The bread has a wonderful flavor and texture. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.


Adesewa Ibrahim
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The bread is absolutely delicious. It has a perfect crust and a chewy interior. I will definitely be making this bread again and again.


Smart Mercy
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This bread is fantastic! It's so easy to make, and it tastes amazing. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


DONA DEE
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I was amazed at how well the bread turned out. It was so good, I ate half of it before it even cooled down.


Haji zafar
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've been baking bread for years, but this is the first time I've had such a foolproof and delicious result. The crust is crispy and golden, and the crumb is soft and chewy. I'm definitely adding this recipe to my regul