👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, add:

• Flour
• Yeast
• Sugar
• Salt
• Minced garlic
• Chopped rosemary

Stir to combine.
Pour in the warm water and olive oil.
Mix with a spoon or spatula until a sticky, shaggy dough forms.

Step 2: First Rise

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel.
Let the dough rise at room temperature for 1½–2 hours, until doubled in size and bubbly on the surface.

Step 3: Preheat the Oven

Place a Dutch oven with its lid inside your oven.
Preheat to 450°F (230°C) for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4: Shape the Dough

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
Gently shape it into a round loaf—do not knead or overwork.
Place the dough on a piece of parchment paper.

Optional: Brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and rosemary.

Step 5: Bake

Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven from the oven.
Lift the dough (with parchment paper) and place it inside.
Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.

Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the bread is deep golden brown and crusty.

Step 6: Cool & Serve

Remove the bread from the Dutch oven and place on a wire rack.
Let cool for 15–20 minutes before slicing.