Homemade Ciabatta With Tomato Salsa

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   Dissolve the yeast in 2 cups of very cold water. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cheese, 4 1/2 tsp salt, and the yeast water and mix with a wooden spoon into a soft dough. Transfer dough to a large, airtight bag and seal tightly. Place the bag in a large, clean bowl with sufficient room for it to double in size. Leave it for 4 hours at room temperature, or refrigerate it for at least 12 hours.

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   When you are read to bake the bread, preheat the oven to 400u00b0F. On a lightly-floured work surface, form the dough into 3 loaves and put them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, mix the tomatoes, scallions, basil, vinegar, and oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the warm bread with the seasoned tomatoes and garnish with basil.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.