Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Italian Herb and Cheese Bread, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives to the dough before baking.
- You can also brush the top of the loaf with melted butter and sprinkle with additional herbs before baking for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg