Asiago Roasted Garlic No-Knead Dutch Oven Rustic Bread
A deeply flavorful artisan-style bread featuring caramelized roasted garlic and sharp Asiago cheese throughout a crusty, open-crumb loaf. The overnight fermentation develops complex flavors while requiring minimal hands-on work. Perfect for serving alongside soups, pasta, or as the foundation for gourmet sandwiches. The combination of aromatic roasted garlic with rosemary and the nutty bite of Asiago creates a sophisticated bread that any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 head garlic, cloves peeled
- 2 sprigs rosemary, stem removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pinch coarse black pepper, good sized
- 3 cups bread flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 1 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ cups Asiago cheese, shreddedParmesan or Romano1:1vegetarian
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- 2 tablespoons Asiago cheese, shredded, for toppingParmesan or Romano1:1vegetarian
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Instructions
- 1
Mix warm water with yeast and sugar in small bowl, set aside for few minutes
- 2
Stir flour and salt in large bowl, add yeast mixture and mix with wooden spoon then hands until flour is incorporated
- 3
Cover with plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature undisturbed
- 4
Mix garlic, oil, rosemary and pepper in small baking dish and bake
- 5
Preheat oven and place dutch oven inside to preheat
- 6
Scrape dough onto floured surface, scatter roasted garlic mixture and cheese over surface and mix into dough
- 7
Pull dough into ball and place in hot dutch oven, sprinkle remaining cheese and garlic oil on top
- 8
Cover and bake, then remove lid and continue baking until done
Tips
Use a small baking dish that just fits the garlic mixture to prevent burning during roasting.
The dough will be quite soft and sticky - handle gently when shaping into a ball.
Preheat the dutch oven thoroughly for the best crust development and oven spring.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze wrapped for up to 3 months.
Dough can be made up to 24 hours ahead after initial fermentation. Roasted garlic can be made 2 days ahead.
Serve warm or at room temperature, slice with serrated knife when completely cooled.
Common Mistakes
Use properly sized dish for garlic to avoid burning during long roasting time.
Ensure dutch oven is fully preheated to achieve proper crust and rise.
Substitutions
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FAQ
Can I make this without a dutch oven?
Yes, use a heavy baking sheet or pizza stone with a pan of water on the bottom rack for steam during the first 30 minutes.
How long will this bread keep fresh?
Best within 2-3 days at room temperature. Refresh stale bread by warming in low oven for few minutes.
Can I freeze the unbaked dough?
Yes, freeze after adding garlic and cheese. Thaw overnight in refrigerator then bake as directed, adding 5-10 minutes if needed.