Rustic Italian Bread Abm
Discover the simplicity and charm of homemade Rustic Italian Bread with this easy-to-follow bread machine (ABM) recipe. Perfectly crusty on the outside and delightfully soft inside, this bread is made with pantry staples like olive oil, all-purpose flour, and a touch of sugar for a hint of sweetness. Designed to take the guesswork out of baking, the bread machine does all the heavy lifting—from mixing to kneading to baking—in just three hours. With its authentic Italian flavor and rustic appeal, this loaf is ideal for accompanying hearty soups, making artisan-style sandwiches, or savoring with olive oil and herbs. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe allows you to enjoy fresh, homemade bread with minimal effort.
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Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Warm water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
Directions
Step 1
Add the warm water, olive oil, sugar, and salt to the bread machine pan.
Step 2
Carefully measure and add the all-purpose flour, ensuring it covers the liquid ingredients completely.
Step 3
Make a small well in the center of the flour pile, avoiding contact with the liquid below, and add the active dry yeast.
Step 4
Place the pan in your bread machine, lock it in place, and select the Basic or White Bread program on your machine.
Step 5
Set the crust setting to your preferred level (light, medium, or dark).
Step 6
Start the bread machine and allow the dough to mix, rise, and bake according to your machine’s program (typically around 3 hours).
Step 7
Once the bread is finished baking, carefully remove the pan from the bread machine using oven mitts, and let the bread cool slightly in the pan for 5 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 702.7 grams (702.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1508 |
| Total Fat 17.90g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 2.70g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3550mg | 154% |
| Total Carbohydrate 290.00g | 105% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.20g | 40% |
| Total Sugars 13.40g | |
| Protein 39.90g | 80% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 51mg | 4% |
| Iron 17mg | 95% |
| Potassium 529mg | 11% |
Source of Calories