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Garlic and Herb No Knead Bread
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Garlic and Herb No Knead Bread Recipe

This garlic and herb no knead bread is crusty on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and packed with savory flavor. No fancy skills required—just mix, rest, and bake. It smells like a bakery and tastes like you spent hours on it (you didn’t 😉).
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: European
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs oregano, thyme, rosemary

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, yeast, garlic, and herbs.
  2. Add warm water and stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Cover and let rest at room temperature for 12–18 hours.
  4. Preheat oven to 230°C (450°F) with a covered pot inside.
  5. Shape dough lightly and place on parchment paper.
  6. Transfer dough into the hot pot and cover.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes covered, then 10 minutes uncovered.
  8. Remove and let cool before slicing.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the long rest—it builds flavor and texture.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for a stronger flavor.
  • Let the bread cool fully before cutting for the best results.

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