Easy Homemade Bread Bowls

Ingredients

• 6 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 2 cups semolina flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
• 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 3 cups water
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons milk (for egg wash)

Instructions

1. 1

   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with dough hook, combine all-purpose flour, semolina flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and water. Mix until dough comes together.

2. 2

   Increase to medium speed and knead 4 minutes until soft and smooth.

3. 3

   Place dough in lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Beat together egg and milk for egg wash.

5. 5

   Divide risen dough into 6 pieces (approximately 280g each). Shape into round balls by tucking corners to center, flipping seam-side down, and tightening against work surface.

6. 6

   Place on parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and let rise until doubled, 20-30 minutes.

7. 7

   Preheat oven to 425°F.

8. 8

   Score each bowl with an X. Bake 20-22 minutes until golden brown, rotating after 15 minutes.

9. 9

   Cool completely on wire rack.

10. 10

    Cut off tops at an angle with paring knife. Remove insides leaving ¼-½ inch thickness. Fill with soup or chili.