Step 1

In a large bowl1, stir the flour, salt, yeast, and water together in a large bowl. The dough will be shaggy, but be sure to incorporate all of the flour.

Step 2

Fold in the dried cranberries and chopped nuts.

Step 3

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

Step 4

Let the dough sit at room temperature for at least 8 hours.2

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured movable surface. I like to use either a silicone baking mat or a piece of parchment paper.

Step 6

Lightly cover the dough with greased plastic wrap.

Step 7

Place a Dutch oven with lid3 in the oven and preheat to 450F.

Step 8

Once the oven reaches 450F, continue to heat the Dutch oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully take the Dutch oven out, uncover the dough, and turn the dough into the Dutch oven.

Step 10

Cover and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the lid and continue to bake for 5 minutes, or until light golden brown.

Step 12

Let the bread cool in the pot to room temperature.