Description
A delightful and easy recipe for Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread that’s golden and crusty on the outside and soft and cheesy on the inside.
Ingredients
- 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
- Pour warm water into a large mixing bowl, sprinkle in the sugar, and add the yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Blend in flour, salt, dried herbs, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese to form a sticky dough.
- Dust a clean surface with flour and knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add flour as needed.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let rise in a warm location for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough gently, shape it into a loaf or place in a greased bread pan, then let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) placing a shallow pan of water at the bottom for added moisture.
- Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounding hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Let cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian