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Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread

A deliciously fragrant bread infused with Italian herbs and cheese, perfect for serving with pasta or as a standalone snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 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
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
Herbs and Cheese
  • 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 gradually, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Add Herbs and Cheese
  1. Incorporate the mozzarella cheese, oregano, basil, garlic powder, and thyme into the dough.
  2. Knead again for a few minutes until the herbs and cheese are evenly distributed.
First Rise
  1. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape and Second Rise
  1. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
  2. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Bread
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

This bread is best served warm and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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