Description
Homemade Italian herbs and cheese bread is a flavorful and aromatic loaf perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1¾ cups warm water about 110°F
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons dried Italian herbs like basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Add the flour, salt, dried herbs, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese to the yeast mixture. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl. Cover it with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the risen dough to release air. Shape it into a loaf or place it in a greased bread pan. Cover it again and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place a shallow pan of water at the bottom of the oven to create steam.
- Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes or until it turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. The internal temperature should reach 200-210°F.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Store leftover bread in an airtight container.
- This bread pairs well with soups and salads.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs or cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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