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Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread

A deliciously fragrant bread infused with Italian herbs and cheese, perfect for serving alongside pasta or as a standalone snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Bread Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2 1/4 teaspoons
  • 1 teaspoon sugar to activate yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Herb and Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add olive oil, salt, and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
Let the Dough Rise
  1. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Add Herbs and Cheese
  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and fold in the mozzarella cheese and dried herbs.
Shape and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Shape the dough into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet.
  2. Let the dough rise again for 20 minutes.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Cool and Serve
  1. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, brush the top of the bread with olive oil before baking.

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