Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 2 cups warm water ((110°))
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 5-6 cups all-purpose flour ((I used all-purpose))
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

Instruction

  • Line two pans with parchment paper or a baking mat and set aside. Dissolve the yeast and sugar in a small bowl with warm water. Cover with saran wrap until it poufs. 
  • In a large bowl, combine 4 cups flour, salt, 1 teaspoon olive oil and the yeast mixture. Beat on medium speed (using a dough hook if you have one). Add 1/2 cup flour at a time until the dough becomes smooth, not sticky. Knead 3 minutes with a dough hook or 5-6 minutes by hand.
  • Cover the dough ball with 1 teaspoon oil and place in a large bowl. Cover with saran wrap or a towel and allow to rise until doubles in size. 
  • Punch down the dough and then divide into six balls. Form each piece into a ball and pinch the bottom to round it. Then place seam down on pan.
  • Cut an X on the top and allow to rise for 30 minutes, or until doubles in size. Preheat the oven to 400°F while bread bowls are rising. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • For serving, cut a large round piece out of the top of the bread bowl and then hallow out the center.