Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1.25 cups warm water
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast.
- Pour in the warm water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a Dutch oven inside to heat up.
- Prepare the garlic butter by mixing melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley.
- Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a ball.
- Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven and place the dough inside.
- Brush the dough with the garlic butter mixture.
- Cover with the lid and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45