- 500g Strong white flour
- 7g Active yeast
- 10g salt
- 27g Olive oil
- 320g Luke warm water
- extra oil and flour for kneading
Preparation
Mix Ingredients: Combine flour, yeast, and salt in a bowl. Make a well in the centre, add olive oil and water, and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Shaping and Second Rise
Shape the Loaf: Gently knock back the dough and shape it into an oval. Place it seam-side down on a baking tray.
Prove Again: Cover the loaf with a cloth and let it prove for 35-45 minutes until nearly doubled.
Baking
Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 230°C (450°F). Place an empty roasting tin in the bottom of the oven.
Add Steam: Just before baking, pour cold water into the hot roasting tin to create steam.
Bake: Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped on the bottom.
Cool: Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
This simple recipe yields a delicious homemade white bloomer loaf perfect for sandwiches or to enjoy with butter.
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