In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of warm water, 2.25 teaspoons of active dry yeast, and 0.5 tablespoons of fine grain salt until the salt dissolves completely.

Gradually add 3.25 cups of all-purpose flour to the mixture while stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and place it in a warm area of your kitchen for rising.

Dust a clean surface with flour and scrape the dough onto it using a spatula.

Lay a sheet of parchment paper on your countertop and carefully transfer the shaped dough onto it.

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with the Dutch oven inside.

Lift the parchment with the dough and place it into the hot Dutch oven, ensuring the dough is floured side up.

Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and bake the bread for 35 minutes.

After 35 minutes, carefully remove the lid and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.

Once baked, carefully remove the bread from the Dutch oven using the parchment paper and let it cool.