Introduction to No-Knead Bread (4 Ingredients... No Mixer... No Yeast Proofing)

This video demonstrates the "traditional" method for making no-knead bread. I think you'll enjoy it.
Thanks - Steve
Website: If you liked this video you will find it (and others like it) on my KZbin channel and website (nokneadbreadcentral.com)... a website dedicated to providing quick & easy access to no-knead bread resources.
Cookbooks: This recipe and others like it are in… “My No-Knead Bread Cookbook”. Cookbooks are available on my website… NoKneadBreadCentral.com and Amazon.com.

[@bernadettehynes-cafferkey3917]

No loud music, soft voice, super clear instructions and demonstrations plus written dialogue, great bread at the end this is the way all baking videos should be done, then people would feel that they can achieve the same results, great work.

[@rondawohl6542]

Ditto!!! Thanks Steve!

[@karlaszeszol520]

I agree

[@trishfitzpatrick2066]

You are so right!

[@hotmommer]

.....I too agree, except sadly his voice was too soft spoken with my volume all the way up on cell phone a so was unable to understand what was being said...still however, able to enjoy watching!.

[@mariejarreau7251]

@@hotmommer OK. So - NOT Steve’s fault!🤷🏻‍♀️

[@katiemclaughlin3682]

So glad I found your channel....finally, someone that makes a video that’s incredibly informative without loud background music and tons of moving around with the camera. Simply to the point, clear instructions and it’s done in a calm manner. I can’t wait to get started baking bread. Please keep the videos coming!!!

[@SuperWonderbar]

I've noticed other KZbin bakers demonstrating the no knead method but I always watch you. You are the best! Thank you so much!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

I agree with you, you can use standard bake ware. The purpose of using a Dutch oven is to emulate a baker's oven. It creates steam by trapping the moisture from the dough which develops the crust. It isn't necessary, but it does make a difference. Steve

[@amyfay5791]

Can I cut the dough small to fit into many 2 x 3 inch silicone mini loaf molds?

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

@@amyfay5791 You may want to go to my website (nokneadbreadcentral.com and watch "No-Knead Artisan Dinner Rolls (Four Ingredients... No Mixer... No Yeast Proofing)" and other roll videos. Steve

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

Bakers operate their oven at very hot temperatures and their ovens can inject steam. The purpose of the Dutch oven is to emulate a baker’s oven by creating a “screaming” hot environment in which you trap the moisture from the dough which creates steam and the steam develops the crust. Steve

[@terrim.602]

You are a FABULOUS instructor!! I am so excited to have found your channel! I have bread under plastic wrap right now 😃

[@glassmanagementinc]

I just found you and my very first loaf of bread is in the oven right now!!! I have15 minutes more to go and I am already having so much fun I can't believe I waited my whole life to try this! Your videos obliterated my 'yeast fear'! Thanks so much Steve!!!

[@eristv4494]

I can't belive this video is 5 years ago. Watching your videos makes me wanna make bread. You make it so easy to follow. Quarantine is not so boring after all. Thank youuuuu

[@brendaallid-makalintal4345]

You teach all these so well and make it easy for anyone to understand. Thank you!

[@fayutang]

2021-03-21 💗 🍞🥖Steve Gamelin taught me to bake my own bread. I have been making them for almost three years, I mix with dried garlic powder, all kinds of dried herbs, curry, nuts, seeds etc. but also, cinnamon, honey or with extra sugar then you get sugar bread :-) No one makes bread so fast, simpel and much easier as 'Steve from no knead bread'. I thank you a lot Steve😃 Much loaf love from the Netherland

[@jackztrader8127]

I FINALLY found someone on youtube who knows how to produce a video, and at this time this Video is 10 years old. FANTASTIC JOB and VERY ENJOYABLE to watch. Thank you!

[@heatherferdinand42]

Thank you for this wonderful video. I'm 58 and have never dared to even attempt bread but lately its been on my mind and your video has given me the confidence to try it.

[@tprtv1]

Steve, My mom would love to make a whole wheat version of a no-knead bread. I find your recipes easy to follow. Will be greatly appreciated if you hosted a whole wheat bread making video

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

I don’t have a website, but I’m working on a cookbook and a pilot show. We’ll see what the future brings. Steve

[@kgbyrd8204]

That was the most clear, concise, straight forward and to the point video I've seen. Thank you for the absence of cutesy comments, tangents, non-sequitors and irrelevant discussions with people off camera.

[@wendypeppercorn1914]

Wow! Great video great info! I Didn’t realize it’s so easy to make bread! This video is from 9 yrs ago! I hope you are doing well and still making bread! I wish I had found this channel sooner! God Bless you❤

[@fernandocoye4416]

Thank you Steve for your recipes. I purchased your book and am happy to support your efforts. I made a few adjustments to your basic method. Instead of using regular tap water, I use whole milk instead. I like the texture and flavor it creates. Also, I believe getting the fermentation right depends on many factors other than just a set time. So I typically take a small portion of the dough and place it in a small container where I can monitor exactly when the dough doubles in size. This allows a really good spring to my bread. Getting the fermentation right seems to be more important than doing any kind of kneading.

[@willythewave]

I`ve searched youtube for years for different bread recipes, now I`ve found them all in one place. Thanks Steve. :)

[@alicedevens2896]

willythewave Yes willy, willy I also found tgem all.on Steve's chanell.wish he'd do.ole time favorite meals, would be great to try his mea ls..ty Steve for all u do for us ty god be and bless ya always

[@twinpower9837]

Steve I have tried literally 27 different recipes for bread and let me just say that yours is simply the best. I love that you use top of the line tools for your videos. It makes me aspire to reach that level of quality. Great Job Steve....thank you for sharing.

[@rneustel388]

Oh. My. Goodness. This video gives me the confidence to make my own bread! Thank you so much!!

[@moemanda5020]

I wish there was a "love" button. I just made this for the first time and it turned out great!! Thank you for this video. It made it super simple and I just can't believe how tasty this loaf is. It makes me a superhero in my home!!!

[@zenithsmith8578]

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[@serenshieron7273]

I just pulled my bread out of the oven, I let it set over night pluse most of today, and it is simply the best tasting bread ever! Thanks for the recipe and making it so simple! This will be in my family for years to come!

[@TheGinamac79]

Love this video! Can't wait to make his recipes. What a nice and humble man 🙂🤗

[@barbarabrown5517]

It not only introduces children to baking, but for older children it’s a great mixtures and solutions unit!

[@jamesm7281]

I've made bread since I was a kid and I think this is one of the best instructional videos on youtube. Nice job. I'm subscribing and sharing this on twitter! Jim

[@SeeMooreVids]

Steve, your bread recipes have made my whole family anxious as dinner is cooking. Seems they just can't get enough. Thank you, for making our family dinners very special. Steve and Marie Foley, Plymouth, MA

[@rhuynh]

Well done video and love the side by side options!

[@kahwana1604]

Wow!!! So much great information. I'm new to breads. This recipe hits all the types of breads I'm interested in baking. Hope you share more. You have great presentation and easy to understand! Thanks so much.

[@johndean4912]

Hi Steve. Thank you for your wonderful videos. I have had much fun baking my own bread. I am using 1 1/2 cups whole wheat ground from berries, 1/2 cup rye, and 1 cup bread flour. I am now adding south German spices and of course end up with dense good bread. We are having fun adding nuts etc to the bread. Thank you for your encouragement. John

[@JaltonTaguibao]

Your presentation is impeccable, Steve. I learned a lot from your videos. I appreciate the details and the comments which do not just highlight your procedures, but also the reasons why you do them. Hats off to you! I wish you more success :)

[@stardaz61]

Thanks for the video, I really like how you said let the kids do it and how proud they would be serving it at diner time, you could not have said it any better

[@susanbutterfly9579]

Excellent video! My mom always baked our own bread. Somehow, I didn't continue the wonderful art. But, your video has inspired me to start baking!❤

[@6hunt9]

All I can say is WOW!!! I love making bread and have been for many years, this is so simple, yet so impressive. I look forward to seeing more from you!

[@tinklvsme]

Why am I watching this at 3 am? I have no flour, but I have everything else. Hehe 😉

[@rajulshah768]

Wow! This is fantastic and so....easy to make. Thanks for the video. And your voice is calm and that’s an added bonus!!🙏🏾

[@isronit]

Hello Steve, I am from Israel and I have been watching your videos and your excellent explanations for baking no-knead bread. I tried it and from now on I bake my own bread at home and gets so many compliments, however I always say with a wink (😜) the credit goes to Steve, my mentor.... Thank you so much !!! I will be definitely following your videos! Ronit

[@vdealeo]

Great video. Very thorough and explained everything clearly. Can't wait to watch your other ones. Thank you for sharing.

[@regiopazzo]

This is fantastic. My wife and I can't wait to do this tomorrow!

[@irairod5160]

You are a fantastic and encouraging teacher, sir, and I adore the very detail production credits at the end. ;-) ;-) ;-)

[@tartmart6397]

I LOVED this video! Thank you, Mr.Steve! You're the best!

[@1Nadnerb2]

I absolutely loved making this bread it's my first time making bread that isn't made in the bread maker and I have to say that I will probably sell my bread maker now seeing that I feel that the hand made bread is a lot better tasting and in appearance and the size is a lot bigger too so that is a plus as well I loved the easy way that You teach I happen to be dyslexic so the way you talk and the info that you provide on-screen truly helps me in being able to follow step by step so Steve I thank You for that I will be trying every one of your recipes from now on and probably get your book as well thanks for having the passion that you do for the work you put into this wonderful bread adventure that you have now brought me on thank You very much for that !!!

[@JohnL9013]

Really great video. You covered everything. I am addicted to no-knead bread baking. It is so easy to produce bread this way... and you cannot argue with the results, which are often not just good, but better than the majority of breads you can pick up at your local grocery store. You get a thick, rustic crust from a no-knead recipe that is sure to impress. What really gets fun is when you start experimenting. You can proof longer by throwing the dough in the fridge to enhance flavor, change the flour out for rye, whole wheat, etc (many sourdough bread bakers use a combination of bread flour, whole rye, and whole wheat). I personally start with sourdough starter and build in stages, which requires very little effort...you don't even need to add yeast.

[@michelethompson7300]

Love the soothing and non complicated manor with witch you present the recipes. Also, lovely kitchen! Thank you

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

Hi Steve I am so intrigued by your text love making breads that I cannot hardly wait to get home to try it, as I am a long-haul truck driver and I spend a lot of time out on the road. I will be following your instructions when I am able to. Thanks Steve and God bless!

[@patc1309]

What a great video! I'm sure I'm not the only one watching this now because of the Coronavirus mess! Looking forward to becoming more self sufficient and making my own bread

[@johnroekoek12345]

Now try this: In the last knead you add small cubes of sandwich ham, and grated cheese. You can take a slice while still warm, but it's also delicious cold. And very fast if you need something to eat quickly.

[@stefanmanu9576]

Read the title; No yeast?!he added yeast. Explain.

[@marilynhaywardlanders1219]

Love your videos. I was never able to make bread before after many attempts. I now make one of your breads every week. I tell everyone I know about it your videos and books. My favorites are the cheese bread, multigrain and olive breads. Thank you so much for sharing these videos.

[@sheilam1130]

Thank you. This was the BEST instructional video I have seen.

[@mikie53146]

Excellent presentation, Steve. I see this video was made over 9 years ago with over 1M views. Good job!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

I use warm water-temps between 100f and 110f-when I proof active dry yeast, but instant yeast doesn’t need to be proofed. More importantly, bread benefits from long proofing times. So I use cool tap water to slow down the fermentation process which allows the flavor to develop.

[@Js20639]

Steve, thanks so much for the videos. Tried the bread for the first time tonight. It was fabulous. I have another one started because the first one disappeared at supper. It's the best bread I have ever made. And it is so easy. Thanks for showing me the way.

[@felicidad4106]

Hi Steve! Thanks for the simple and delicious bread recipes. I will try it one by one. I hope you’re doing well. Love, Your new subscriber from PH 🇵🇭

[@mariaramos3218]

Wow, I never thought baking bread was this easy. Thank you for sharing your methods. God bless you

[@margaretgoh2088]

Thank you so much Steve. Your teaching method suits me very well! I'm kind of a dummy in making bread, but the way you demonstrated and explained put me at ease and boosted my confidence in bread making. :-D

[@hildamasi4665]

Steve, made this bread...out of this world. I didn't let the second rise for 1 to 2 hours, only half hour.... The bread turned out perfect. Thank you for your videos and all your bread books. Hilda

[@cathyannphillipa248]

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[@midgeirwin]

Steve I have to say your tutorial is probably the best I have seen, you have given me the confidence to try it myself . Thank you Midge

[@Mellismart]

How lovely to get such a professional, concise explanation of this process 😀. It is refreshing to see a video done so well...not a second is wasted and the information I needed was conveyed quickly and clearly. Thanks so very much, can't wait to try this.

[@mariaelenahormaza6454]

I love the easy way you’re making bread

[@socialwanker]

I just wrote a long post about how much I enjoyed your video and I normally don't care for these instructional videos. Thanks for the tip about placing the boule in a skillet for the final rise. Mine were coming out in all sorts of reject shapes. Can't wait to try it.

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

You may also want to watch, "World’s Easiest No-Knead Bread (Introducing “Hands-Free” Technique)". It's my latest technique. Steve

[@wakeupnow2996]

Your kitchen is GORGEOUS! I'm in LOVE with that purple ceramic dutch oven. I'm drooling over EVERYTHING in this video. Thanks, Stev!

[@RickieVz1]

I always thought making bread is rough, but you made it easy and simple. Thanks!! Made this bread and the entire house smelled like a bakery. Taste is awesome!!

[@surquhart64]

Thank you so much. An excellent, concise and thoroughly instructive video. A great pleasure to watch. And you are so right about encouraging kids to bake. My 14 year old son has been expressing an interest - this video is an easy to follow, first-timer attempt, for him. Thanks again. Beautiful bread.

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

+Susan Urquhart Have your son watch World’s Easiest Bread Recipe & Technique for Beginners (no kneading… using “hands-free” technique). It's the best video for beginners. Steve

[@utubeaccess7]

Awesome videos Steve! I love how easy these are. Cheers friend.

[@uralbob1]

Thank you Steve. I'm gonna be making your bread next week. It looks wonderful! I can smell it from here!

[@cindyms.1237]

Watched a few of your videos while I was washing dishes this morning. Went right to Amazon and bought all of your cookbooks. I love to bake bread but it takes a good chunk of time and a mess in my tiny kitchen. I love your videos as they are very informative and very well done.

[@surfkawena]

Extremely helpful and well taught. Thank you for your wonderfully delicious videos!

[@johnj.bluvas8702]

As a child growing up in Pennsylvania my favorite bread was a bread called ,"Miners Rye Bread" . Wish you could do that one. To me it was better than candy.

[@noel888]

One of the best examples in a simplified way to do this..its a pleasure just watching your videos.

[@stormygcannon1229]

Thank you. Lost a way to get my rosemary bread . Even in a wheelchair should be able to this occassionaly. :)

[@samwilliams1982]

I’m trying this for the first time ever in my life. I’m 68 this year , so that’s very few times I’ve smelled bread baking. My dough is in 1st proofing now. 4 more hours before I start the last steps. I’m using a cast iron bread pan from lodge. Wish me well.😀

[@wandalazure2217]

I just discovered this bread making video during the past several weeks. After having success making lye soap, I thought I would try the bread. Wow!!! How exciting to produce TWO perfect loaves in as many days. Thank you, Stev, for your straight forward explanations. It is very affirming to make something that turns out perfectly the first time!!!

[@LoanNguyen-js6zd]

I am very happy that I found your channel. thank you for sharing these no knead bread recipes!

[@vtothejade7452]

I really enjoyed how you did your video. I found it helpful that you narrated as well as had text. You also gave great details and explained your choices thoroughly...well done sir and thank you.

[@awanasim]

Wow..... excellent .. simply great ! :)

[@jewelrichards624]

I do appreciate your recipes that explain to people & encourage them to bake !

[@glenniscannon7038]

I now can bake delicious bread, thank you Steve for your clear instructions and your great recipe books

[@mercedesniebla4956]

The best bread in you tube!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

Thanks - Steve

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

Yes, but you may want to watch “Easy No-Knead Bread Baked in a Skillet (No Dutch Oven... No Problem)”. Steve

[@bjpeak-graham167]

Thanks Steve. I started weeks ago on that one. Will do this remedial homework. Assuming your "yes" is to reduce water.

[@annettejackson5045]

Yes .... I use the no-no in a skillet recipe ... 💓💓💓💓

[@juliedavitt1371]

These look so good... i love watching your videos... relaxing like watching Bob Ross which is very much needed right now... my first no knead loaf is baking now!

[@jessieb.7188]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am blown away. I've now made two loaves of bread in the past four days, and that's the most bread I've made in my entire 43 years! On one hand, I am over-the-moon happy but on the other, I am mourning the loss of all those years when I could have been baking beautiful bread; I could have raised my son on homemade bread we made together! Alas...I know not to waste too much time grieving over the past...what's done is done...and life is in the now, and now is the time for more baking, woohoo!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

I’m thrilled you’re doing it with your son. I bake two versions of the multigrain roadhouse... white and wheat. For the wheat version... use 1 cup wheat with 2 cups bread flour. I also experimented with the grains. You should pick your favorite grains and experiment. Don’t make the loaf to heavy... keep a good balance. Watch my “No-Knead Multigrain Road House White” KZbin video because it’s important to add 1-1/2 extra ounces of water to compensate for the grains. Steve

[@sharonfrye3733]

How do I get your books

[@csymindspring]

In my experience, I've found the standard (high hydration) no-kneed breads to be kind of hit and miss when it comes time to fully rise in the oven. Your "almost no-knead" has been a real answer to that problem, for me at least. Consistent results. I do the smooshing thing you do with your hands after pulling together the shaggy dough, and then do the pull and fold on all four sides trick (just once), then cover and let rise over night. The next morning, I flour, then knead for about 1 minute before forming a ball and setting up for that final rise, and what a good rise it gives, and I suspect the hearty rise, and more consistent results are as a result of dialing down the hydration a notch, and the little bit of extra handling and kneading, which I believe gives the dough more stability. I love this modified recipe and approach. The "almost no-knead bread" recipe is going to be my go-to overnight recipe from here on out.

[@FluffyMatzahBalls]

Thank you so much for all your videos! I am new to baking these sorts of breads, and your videos are very helpful and easy to follow!

[@cpcoach]

Soooooooo easy. Never baked bread before, but now it's a simple, easy weekly treat!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

The “no-knead method” use 12 oz water (355 ml) and the “almost no-knead method” uses 10-1/2 oz water (310 ml). This video is a side-by-side comparison of the two methods.

[@Ptpau1970]

Thanks so much for making this video! I'm new to Bread making and I love Artisan Bread and can't wait to try both of these methods.☺

[@keeperofthepeace5839]

Can't hear you.

[@keeperofthepeace5839]

How many cups is 101/2 ounces? This is ridiculous

[@BigAcegoff]

10 Fluid Ounces = 1.25 Cups

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

Yes, I make a Mediterranean focaccia. I have a very long list of breads for videos. Steve

[@noortjemaseland6952]

Such a great video! Thanks so much. You're an excellent teacher.

[@debbain5864]

I made this and it is fantastic. Thank you Steve!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

Yes, the no-knead principle applies to all yeasted bread. Steve

[@allenedvideo]

@artisianbreadwithstev Steve ... a comment, a question and many thanks. You have an awesome easy going way about you and that's really refreshing. It really shows how much time you spent on organizing the video with step by step instructions and photos and explanations. I'm heading over to your book section to pick up a couple of the nice books that you have. Thanks a million. One question if I may. What is the difference in the taste or feel or texture of the two breads you made in this video. I would love LOVE to see the cut section of the inside of the 2 breads or any of your breads for that matter. Just curious to see/know if they are the same then why mess with one or the other. Just stick to the no knead and call it a day. I assume the almost no knead is a better bread and that's why you showed it in the video???? Thanks a million

[@idinlvvegas5528]

Thanks so much for the lesson Steve! I’ve made this 3 times in a week👏👏👍👍👍👍👍❤️

[@harrok38]

You are a very dedicated and great teacher. Thank you.

[@mesfromusa]

Very good presentation: calm voice; easy visuals and captions; looks delicious, too. Inspires confidence: "I can do that." Are/Were you a teacher?

[@VinceIsDatBitch]

mesfromusa, my teachers don't do that. 😂😂😂

[@madhavijadhav6207]

You spoke my mind!! Thanks!!😃 Lovely presentation!!

[@rosaliestrain4753]

Wonderfull I hate to bake but if I find something easy I will try it I make banana bread and sometimes it doesn't come out as good as other times but I know what I did wrong this bread is so easy I can't miss

[@calgal8915]

Rosalie Strain Martha Stewart has a good banana bread recipe I’ve been making for years.

[@dfectus]

Man you should start reading audio-books for a living.

[@contactjoy4140]

200% YES!

[@judymoody2390]

Yea you really should.. you have a nice voice

[@frankmatthews3755]

I really enjoyed your video! I have retired recently and am about to embark on my bread baking journey. This looks like a great place to start. I would have liked to see you cut into the bread so as to see how the inside turned out and what it should look like. Guess it will be revealed when I make mine! 🙂 Thanks again for the inspiration!!!

[@annettejackson5045]

I am addicted to your recipe ... Thank you for sharing this quick recipe .. I take this bread to my friends, get together at church , and family get togethers .

[@dkulikowski]

Steve, I want to thank you for taking the time to teach me how to make this DELICIOUS bread. I pulled it out of the oven an hour ago, sliced & buttered it. YUMMY! I baked mine 12 minutes longer & the crust was perfect for us. Problem, it stuck & burned a little on the bottom. I noticed yours just slide right out. Can I put parchment paper on the bottom of the enameled cast iron dutch oven? My husband said, "This is a DO AGAIN bread".

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

I use parchment paper or no-stick spray when I have problems with sticking. Steve

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

(1) I use the same heating instructions for the CorningWare casserole dish, and (2) you can divide the dough in half, but you may want to reduce the baking time by 5 minutes. Steve

[@isaiahivan4421]

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[@judyhollywood3928]

Steve just found your channel. Wow l really like it. Few months ago started making Bread still trying 😅 But I am going to try your method except the Dutch oven. Not able to pick up to heavy bad arm 😩 Can l use a regular Bread pan.. if so temperature and time. Greatly appreciate it. Happy New Year... Stay Safe 🇨🇦

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

@@judyhollywood3928 Yes you can use a bread pan. You may want to go to my website (nokneadbreadcentral.com) and pick any of the videos that used a bread pan. Steve

[@amsbestunderstanding1646]

Lovely, I can nearly smell the wonderful aroma! Thank you!

[@sugarcandie44]

Great video!! Very informative! Love how you showed us the 2 different ways. So have t try this . thank you!

[@artisanbreadwithsteve]

(1) Use bread flour. (2) Increase your first proofing to 12 hours and second proof to 2 hours. Steve