There's something deeply primal about the smell of bread baking in your oven - that yeasty, golden aroma that transforms ...

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add the flour and salt, stirring until blended. The dough will be shaggy and sticky. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Let the dough rest at least 8 hours ...

12 ounces all-purpose flour. ¾ teaspoon salt. ¾ teaspoon baking soda. 10 ounces buttermilk. 2 ounces raisins (optional) 1. Put the Dutch oven inside the oven and preheat to 425°F.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour with the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, sugar, salt, and baking soda.