No-Knead Mediterranean Everyday Bread

🫒 No-Knead Mediterranean Everyday Bread

Crispy outside, soft inside

✅ Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1½ cups warm water (not hot)

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, helps yeast)

• 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (Mediterranean touch, optional but recommended)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Mix
   In a large bowl, add flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Pour in warm water and olive oil.
   Stir with a spoon until you get a sticky dough.

2. Rest (No Kneading!)
   Cover the bowl with a towel or plastic wrap.
   Let it rest 1–2 hours at room temperature until doubled and bubbly.

3. Prepare to Bake
   Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F).
   Lightly oil or line a baking pan.

4. Shape Gently
   Spoon the dough into the pan (don’t punch it down).
   Optional: sprinkle sesame seeds, herbs, or a little flour on top.

5. Bake
   Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.

6. Cool Slightly & Enjoy
   Let cool 10 minutes before slicing.

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🌿 Mediterranean Tips

• Add oregano, thyme, or rosemary for flavor

• Mix in olive pieces or sun-dried tomatoes

• Serve with olive oil, hummus, labneh, or soup