No-Knead Cheddar Bread

 

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp active dry yeast
• 1½ cups warm water
• ¼ cup chopped chives (optional)
• Coarse sea salt for topping

Method

Preparation

1. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Combine flour, salt, yeast, and chives.
2. Add cheese and water. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. The mixture will look messy and wet.

Proofing

1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Let sit at room temperature for 12-18 hours.
2. After proofing, the dough will be bubbly and loose.

Baking

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Place a heavy Dutch oven with a lid inside to heat.
2. Carefully transfer the dough to a hot Dutch oven. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
3. Bake covered for 30 minutes. Remove the lid, and bake for
   
   
   an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Serving

Let bread cool for 1 hour before slicing. Serves 6-8.

Tips

• Use room temperature ingredients
• Don't overmix
• Let the bread rest before cutting
• Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days

Enjoy your cheesy, crusty homemade bread!