Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the flour, garlic, rosemary, and salt and mix well.
Create Dough: Then add water and mix until everything is incorporated. Just enough until all of the flour is incorporated, but don't overmix.
Let Rise: Cover with plastic wrap and let rest/rise for at least 6 hrs and up to 12-14 hrs.
2nd Rise: Once the dough has doubled, generously grease a loaf pan. Lightly flour the edges of the bowl, and then turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a loaf shape and add to the loaf pan, or just "pour" into the pan. Add additional fresh rosemary on top, if desired. Cover with a linen towel and let rise for at least another 2 hrs.If using a Dutch oven, line a Dutch oven with parchment paper. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a boule or ball shape. Cover and let rise for another 2 hrs.
Preheat Oven: pre-heat oven to 450 degrees.
Score Bread: After 2 hours and loaf has risen again, use a super sharp knife or bread lame and score the top of the bread with three slashes, or however you'd like.
Bake: Loaf Pan: Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are browned and bread sounds hollow to a tap to the bottom. Dutch Oven: Bake covered for 40 minutes. Remove the lid and then bake for another 15 minutes.
Cool: Let cool for at least 1 hour. Slice and enjoy! If sliced too early, it can cause a gummy center.
Enjoy!
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Notes
StorageCounter: Fresh-baked bread is best when stored in a paper bag, linen bag, or bread box (something breathable) at room temperature. Freezer: Store in a freezer safe container for up to 3-4 months. Slice first so it's easier to defrost individual slices. Adjust Rosemary and Garlic: This recipe has a lovely, prominent amount of rosemary and garlic. If you'd like a more subtle flavor, reduce to 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary and 3-4 garlic cloves.Substitute: Use 1/2 teaspoon of dried rosemary and 3/4 teaspoon of garlic powder for the fresh.