Ingredients:
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
– 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
– 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F or 43°C)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary)
– Optional: olive oil for drizzling
### Instructions:
1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and instant yeast. Stir until well mixed.
2. Add Water and Flavorings: Add the warm water, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms. The dough will be quite sticky, which is normal.
3. First Rise: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rise at room temperature for about 12 to 18 hours, or until it has doubled in size and has bubbles on the surface.
4. Shape the Dough: After the first rise, turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface. Use floured hands to shape it into a ball. Don’t worry about making it perfect; rustic is the goal!
