Description
A delightful Italian bread infused with herbs and cheeses, perfect for family gatherings and comfort meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped herbs (such as basil and parsley)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add wet ingredients: Gradually pour in warm water and olive oil, mixing until a slightly sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Incorporate herbs and cheese: Gently fold in the mozzarella, parmesan, and chopped herbs.
- First rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Shape into loaf: Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Second rise: Let the shaped dough rise again on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat and bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Score the surface of the loaf and bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow to cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For an extra twist, try adding roasted garlic or sautéed mushrooms to the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Italian bread, baking, herb bread, cheese bread