Ciabatta: the Italian Dinner Roll

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   Combine the ingredients in a bowl.

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   When they are all combined, drizzle in the olive oil and mix some more.

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   Mix with a rubber spatula until the flour has been well incorporated, then form into a single roll of dough and knead.

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   Let the dough rise until it doubles in size.

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   It might turn out better if you let it rise over a long time in a low-temperature environment.

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   You can use a bread machine up until this point.

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   Punch out the dough after it has risen, then let it rest for 20 minutes.

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   Fold the dough into thirds and form it into a round shape.

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   Use a dough scraper to cut it into four pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

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    Place a tightly wrung out cloth over the dough to keep it from drying, and let them rise for about 60 minutes at room temperature.

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    Use a tea strainer to dust the dough with some bread flour (not listed) and bake in an oven that has been preheated to 200C for 5 minutes, then lower the temperature to 180C and bake for 10 more minutes.

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    I made paninis with them.

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    Use this recipe if you want a more authentic version!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.