Jalapeno Cheddar Dutch Oven Bread

Instructions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, stir together bread flour, salt, and instant yeast.
2. 2
   Add warm water and mix until you have a shaggy dough.
3. 3
   Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and diced jalapenos until evenly mixed.
4. 4
   Drizzle olive oil along the dough and rotate to coat. Cover bowl and let rise at room temperature until doubled, 2 to 3 hours.
5. 5
   Turn dough onto floured surface and shape into a ball. Place on parchment paper; cover loosely.
6. 6
   Preheat Dutch oven in a 450°F (230°C) oven for 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Transfer dough (with parchment) into hot Dutch oven. Score top if desired, cover, and bake 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove lid and bake 15-20 minutes more, until deep golden brown.
9. 9
   Remove bread from Dutch oven and cool on a wire rack at least 30 minutes before slicing.