Crusty French Bread

Homemade French bread with a crispy crust and soft, airy interior. Perfect for sandwiches or serving with soup.

Prep: 20min
Cook: 30min
Serves: 8
medium
185 cal

Recipe Categories

BreadBakingYeastHomemadeFrench

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Bread flour
  • 1.25 cups Warm water
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand 5 minutes until foamy.

  2. 2

    Mix flour and salt in large bowl. Add yeast mixture and olive oil.

  3. 3

    Knead dough on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.

  4. 4

    Place in oiled bowl, cover, and rise 1 hour until doubled.

  5. 5

    Punch down, shape into baguette, and place on baking sheet.

  6. 6

    Cover and rise 30 minutes. Score top with sharp knife.

  7. 7

    Bake at 450°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

  8. 8

    Cool on wire rack before slicing.

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