Marianne Baguette Traditional Rustic French Bread

Experience the timeless charm of French baking with the **Marianne Baguette**, a traditional rustic French bread that brings the flavors of a Parisian boulangerie straight to your kitchen. Crafted with just four simple ingredients—flour, water, salt, and yeast—this artisanal recipe emphasizes the beauty of simplicity. The dough undergoes a meticulous process of kneading, resting, and shaping to achieve the baguette’s signature airy interior and crisp, golden crust. A steam-infused baking technique ensures an authentic texture and a gorgeous sheen. Perfect as an accompaniment to soups, cheeses, or enjoyed on its own, these baguettes elevate any meal with their classic flavor and aroma. Whether you're hosting a dinner or craving a taste of France, this recipe is your ticket to bakery-quality bread at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:240 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:265 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 350 milliliters Water
• 10 grams Salt
• 4 grams Instant yeast

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.

Step 2

Dissolve the instant yeast in the water, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 3

Gradually add the water and yeast mixture to the flour, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 90 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Gently deflate the dough and divide it into 4 equal portions.

Step 7

Shape each portion into a baguette by flattening the dough, folding it lengthwise, and sealing the seam. Roll to elongate into a classic baguette shape.

Step 8

Place the shaped baguettes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or a baguette tray. Cover with a damp cloth and allow them to rest for 45 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F) and place a shallow pan of water on the bottom rack to create steam.

Step 10

Using a sharp knife or bread lame, make 3-4 diagonal slashes on the surface of each baguette.

Step 11

Bake the baguettes for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown with a crisp crust.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1832

Total Fat 5.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3953.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 53.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91.0mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 581.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 85.5%