Rustic loaf with golden crust, tender cheesy interior, and aromatic garlic. Ready with overnight rise and simple Dutch oven baking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons salt
03 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
05 - 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F)
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Add-ins
07 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or parsley (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine flour, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Dissolve yeast in warm water in a small bowl. Let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
03 - Pour yeast mixture and olive oil into dry ingredients. Mix with wooden spoon until sticky dough forms.
04 - Fold in Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and optional herbs until evenly distributed.
05 - Cover bowl with clean towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in warm place 12-18 hours or overnight until doubled and bubbly.
06 - Turn risen dough onto floured surface. Gently shape into round loaf, handling lightly to preserve airiness.
07 - Place dough on parchment paper and rest 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 450°F with Dutch oven inside.
08 - Score top of loaf with sharp knife or lame.
09 - Transfer dough with parchment into hot Dutch oven. Cover and bake 30 minutes.
10 - Remove lid and bake 15 additional minutes until golden and loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
11 - Transfer to wire rack and cool at least 30 minutes before slicing.
