ITALIAN DOUBLE ZERO FLOUR RECIPES

Steps:

• In a small bowl, mix warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar; add yeast and whisk until dissolved. Let stand until bubbles form on surface. In a large bowl, whisk 3 cups flour, salt, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar and, if desired, dried herbs. Make a well in center; add yeast mixture and oil. Stir until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead, adding more flour to surface as needed until no longer sticky and dough is smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl; turn once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes; transfer bowl to refrigerator and chill overnight. Allow dough to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes, before rolling.

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350F. Mix yeast and sugar, then add to lukewarm water. In a separate bowl, combine salt and flour, making a well in the center. Slowly pour yeast mixture into the well and mix with a wooden spoon until all liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle flour on a flat surface and begin to knead dough, adding extra flour if too sticky. Continue kneading for about 5 minutes, then form into a ball. Add dough ball and 1 teaspoon oil to a bowl, flipping to coat in oil to avoid sticking. Cover and let rise for 35-45 minutes. Use remaining teaspoon of oil to lightly grease baking sheet. Remove dough from bowl and cut into desired shape or loaf, then place on oiled baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for an additional 90 minutes, until doubled in size. When ready to bake, cut slits in top and bake for about 45 min-1 hour, or until tops are golden brown. Remove from oven and place on wire rack, let cool for 10 minutes before serving.