The best news in baking: a perfect artisan loaf of bread is just four ingredients away (and there’s no kneading!).

Our 2016 Recipe of the Year makes a crusty, golden loaf with a chewy, soft interior. First-time bakers will love how easy (and foolproof!) it is, and even seasoned bakers will fall for the simple, low-maintenance technique and impressive results.

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