Italian Herb Bread

If you're looking for a delicious way to transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of Italy, then our Italian Herb Bread recipe is just what you need. This savory delight is a symphony of flavors and aromas, combining the warmth of freshly baked bread with the fragrant herbs and spices that are so characteristic of Italian cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is designed to be approachable and rewarding. With this recipe you'll discover how to craft a homemade loaf of bread that's soft on the inside, with a crust that boasts the perfect balance of crispness and chewiness. But it's the infusion of Italian herbs that truly makes this bread a standout, delivering an enticing bouquet of flavors that will leave your kitchen smelling like a rustic Italian trattoria. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Italy with our delectable Italian Herb Bread recipe. 

1 loaf

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water
• 12.5 grams fresh yeast or the equivalent dry yeast 1 package active dry yeast
• 3 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/4 cup parmesan, grated
• 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tbsp dried basil
• 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tbsp onion powder

Equipment

• Cast Iron Bread Pan

Instructions

1. Mix water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. If you use dry yeast, let it sit until the mixture is foamy, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in half the flour, olive oil, salt, basil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and cheese into the yeast mixture. By hand or using a kitchen assistant with a dough hook.
3. Mix in the remaining flour.
4. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 to 10 minutes.
5. Put the dough in a bowl and cover it with a kitchen towel and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
6. Brush the bread pan with olive oil.
7. Shape the dough into a loaf and place in the bread pan, cover with the lid, and let it proof for 40 minutes.
8. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F.
9. Bake in the oven with the lid on for 30 minutes. Then increase the temperature to 250°C/480°F and remove the lid for about 5 - 10 minutes (until the desired crust and color have formed).
10. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

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