Recipe For Pugliese Bread Rustic Italian Loaf

Hey there, fellow bread enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your carb game to the next level? Feast your eyes on this delightful Pugliese bread recipe that’s so rustic, even your grandma would approve! Grab your apron and let’s dive into this doughy adventure!

Pugliese Bread - An Italian Rustic Loaf from Puglia Region

This bread is like a warm hug from Italy, perfect for impressing your friends or just for those lonely Netflix binge sessions. So let’s roll up those sleeves and get ready to bake!

Pugliese Bread - A Rustic Italian Loaf ### Ingredients

500g (4 cups) of bread flour
350ml (1.5 cups) of warm water
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil (for that extra pizzazz!)

Instructions

In a bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it’s all frothy and happy, like a puppy after a bath.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a little well in the middle and pour in your bubbly yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix it together until it forms a sticky dough that you can actually believe will turn into something delicious.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead it for about 10 minutes until you get a smooth ball that says, “I’m ready to be baked!”
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about an hour, or until it doubles in size. This is the dough’s time to shine!
Once it’s risen, punch it down (not literally, please!) and shape it into a loaf. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Let it rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) during this time – we’ve got some serious baking to do!
Just before baking, make a few slashes on top of the loaf with a sharp knife. It’s like giving it some cool vibes!
Bake for 30-35 minutes until it’s golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Your kitchen should smell like a little slice of heaven!
Let it cool on a wire rack before slicing. That’s the hard part, but trust me, it’ll be worth the wait!

There you have it! Your very own Pugliese bread ready to take center stage at dinner or at your next solo cheese party. Enjoy every bite – you’ve earned it!