Rustic French Baguette

Name: Rustic French Baguette
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups warm water; 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast; 4 cups bread flour; 2 tsp salt

12 servings40 min prep25 min cookMedium

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Rustic French Baguette

Story updated September 18, 2026

The baguette became closely associated with France in the early 20th century, though its precise origin is debated—theories range from Napoleon-era soldier bread to Austrian steam-oven techniques introduced to Paris. French law later standardized its ingredients in 1993.

Ingredients

Scale:· 12 servings

1 1/2 cups warm water
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
4 cups bread flour
2 tsp salt

Instructions

1Stir yeast into warm water and let sit 5 minutes.
2Stir in flour and salt to form a dough, then knead 8-10 minutes until smooth.
3Let rise 1.5 hours, until doubled.
4Divide into 3 pieces and shape into long thin baguettes.
5Proof 45 minutes, then score diagonally several times.
6Bake at 450°F with steam for 22-25 minutes, until deep golden and crisp.

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