
There is something almost magical about pulling a crackling, golden loaf out of a screaming-hot Dutch oven, especially when the ingredient list is this short. Just flour, instant yeast, kosher salt, and warm water come together into a dough that practically builds itself overnight, developing deep flavor and an open, chewy crumb without a single minute of kneading. The long rest does all the heavy lifting, so you wake up to a bubbly, ready-to-bake dough that smells like a proper bakery. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is a breath of fresh air β four simple pantry staples, zero hidden extras, and no cross-contamination worries that come with store-bought artisan loaves. The Dutch oven traps steam during the first bake, giving you that shatteringly crisp crust and soft interior that usually only professional ovens can achieve. Scoring the top before the lid goes on lets the loaf bloom beautifully, and that hollow tap at the end is one of the most satisfying sounds in home cooking. Let it cool the full hour if you can β the crumb sets up perfectly and every slice will be worth the wait.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, and kosher salt. Pour in the warm water and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until no dry flour remains and a shaggy, sticky dough forms β about 1 minute. The dough will look rough and uneven; that is correct.
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a plate and let the dough rest at room temperature for 8β18 hours, until the surface is dotted with bubbles and the dough has roughly doubled in size.
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