[header] How to make a rustic bread [title] Assemble all of your ingredients, which are enough to make 4 or 5 loaves of rustic bread. [step] If you want the bread to have the traditional, crunchy crust, buy 1 or 2 unglazed quarry tiles to bake it on. The ceramic absorbs the moisture, creating a crunchy crust. 
You can buy unglazed quarry tiles at a carpet or tile store. Before using, rinse with cold water to remove the dust and place on a flat surface to dry.