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Bread Recipes
Portuguese Crusty Homemade Bread
Portuguese crusty homemade bread recipe (receita de pão caseiro crocante), a rustic, chewy, and airy loaf with a crisp, golden crust.
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| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 30 min |
| Ready In | 2 h 45 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 3 |
Ingredients
500g all-purpose flour (4 cups)10g active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)10g salt (1 2/3 teaspoons)400ml warm water (1 3/4 cups)
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Preparation
- Mix the yeast with the water until dissolved and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, place the flour and salt, make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
- Mix the flour well without kneading.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise for 2 to 3 hours.
- On a floured surface, place the dough and stretch one end towards the center, then the other and repeat 3 to 4 times.
- Shape the dough into a ball and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Place the dough on a flour-dusted baking sheet, make a superficial cut on top, and bake at 230°C (450°F) for about 30 minutes, depending on your oven.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Novelo de Arte
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| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 10 |
Portuguese Crusty Homemade Bread
This amazing Portuguese homemade bread recipe (receita de pão caseiro), creates a crusty and delicious bread.
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
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