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This rustic stovetop loaf brings the joy of freshly baked bread to kitchens without an oven. Perfect for warm days when you don't want to heat the house or for those with limited kitchen equipment. With a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy interior, this loaf proves that delicious homemade bread is possible without an oven!
Ingredients
For the dough:
3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1½ teaspoons (8 g) salt
1 teaspoon (4 g) granulated sugar
1 packet (2¼ teaspoons/7 g) instant yeast
1 cup (240 ml) warm water (104 °F/40 °C)
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil or melted butter
Optional toppings:
Sesame seeds
Mixed herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano)
Garlic powder
All-purpose bagel seasoning
Instructions
Activating the yeast:
In a small bowl, combine:
Warm water (make sure it’s not too hot)
Sugar
Instant yeast
Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy
If the mixture does not froth, the yeast may be inactive. Start over with fresh yeast. Make the dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
All-purpose flour
Salt
Make the dough:
Make a well in the flour mixture
Pour in the activated yeast mixture
Add olive oil or melted butter
Mix with a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms
Knead the dough:
Place on a lightly floured surface
Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic
Add flour sparingly if too sticky
Dough should be soft but not sticky to your hands
First rise:
Prepare the rice bowl:
Lightly oil a large bowl
Place the dough in it
Turn once to coat with oil
Cover and let rise:
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