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Five‑Ingredient No‑Knead Cheesy Bread

Recipe by Brooke Ervin

A quick, fool‑proof cheese‑filled bread that needs only five core ingredients, no kneading, and a Dutch oven. The dough rises in about an hour and a half, then bakes to a golden, cheesy crust—perfect for sandwiches, grilled cheese, or eating straight from the loaf.

EasyAmericanServes 8

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Source Video
40m
Prep
2h
Cook
19m
Cleanup
2h 59m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$2.67
Per serving:$0.33

Critical Success Points

  • Proof dough until it doubles in size
  • Preheat Dutch oven thoroughly before baking
  • Bake covered then uncover and broil for a crisp top
  • Handle the hot Dutch oven with oven mitts to avoid burns

Safety Warnings

  • The Dutch oven will be extremely hot—always use oven mitts when handling.
  • During the broil step, stay nearby to prevent the cheese from burning.
  • Keep yeast away from contaminated surfaces; wash hands after handling.

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