Dutch oven caraway rye bread –Are you ready to embark on a delightful baking journey? This Dutch Oven Caraway Rye Bread is a game-changer for any home cook. The rich flavor of rye combined with the aromatic essence of caraway seeds creates a truly unique loaf that will make your kitchen smell divine. Whether you’re looking for a perfect side for your soup or a base for an amazing sandwich, this bread has you covered. Let’s get started!
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Check out this beautiful loaf that you’ll be creating!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this delicious artisan bread:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rye flour
- 2 teaspoons caraway seeds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to bake your own Dutch Oven Caraway Rye Bread:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rye flour, caraway seeds, salt, sugar, and yeast. Mix well until it’s fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the warm water to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Ensure all the flour is mixed in. The dough will be sticky and messy, but that’s okay!
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let it rest at room temperature for 12 to 18 hours. This long fermentation will develop great flavors!
- After the dough has risen and has bubbles on the surface, flour your countertop and gently scrape the dough out onto it. With floured hands, fold the dough over itself a few times to shape it into a ball.
- Place the dough seam side down on a floured piece of parchment paper. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rest for another 1 to 2 hours.
- About 30 minutes before the dough is done resting, preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and place your Dutch oven (lid on) inside to heat up.
- Once preheated, carefully remove the Dutch oven from the oven. Use the parchment paper to lift the dough and place it into the hot pot. Cover with the lid.
- Bake for 30 minutes covered, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the bread is nicely browned.
- When done, remove the bread from the Dutch oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Enjoy your homemade Dutch Oven Caraway Rye Bread fresh out of the oven! Spread a bit of butter on a warm slice or enjoy it with your favorite soup. Happy baking!