I think this is called 5 minute bread because it literally takes about 5 minutes to mix it up. However, rising time and "curing" time can be anywhere from 2 1/2 hours to 14 days. Just a heads up Recipe from Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day by Jeff Hertzberg & Zoe Francois Ingredients 3 c. lukewarm water 1 1/2 tbs yeast 1 1/2 tbs kosher salt 6 1/2 c. unsifted flour (white or wheat) Directions : Add all ingredients to mixer or regular mixing bowl (add flour all at once, measuring it into your measuring cup by gently scooping it with a spoon and leveling off--do not press flour down, it throws off measurements). Mix with a wooden spoon or in your mixer until everything is well incorporated. Don't knead the dough, it isn't necessary. Dough will be wet and loose enough to conform to bowl. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap (but not airtight, because the pressure will become to great, and the lid could explode off) and allow to ...