Baguette Recipe

Time3h

Serves3

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Ingredients

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1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tsp). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tsp) over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1.5 tsp). Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
4
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

5
Shape the Baguettes
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 3 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a long baguette by rolling it gently on a floured surface.
6
Second Rise
Place the shaped baguettes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, dusted with cornmeal or flour (0.25 cups). Cover with a cloth and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.

7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Place a shallow pan at the bottom of the oven to hold water for steam.
8
Prepare for Baking
Once the baguettes have risen, use a sharp knife to make a few diagonal slashes on the tops of the loaves.
9
Bake the Baguettes
Carefully pour 1 cup of water into the shallow pan at the bottom of the oven to create steam. Place the baguettes in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crusty.
10
Cool Down
Remove the baguettes from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing.