Name: Garlic Herb Cheese Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (can substitute with bread flour for a chewier crust); 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast (ensure it’s fresh for best results); 1 tablespoon Sugar (can replace with honey); 1 teaspoon Salt (avoid overuse to keep dough from becoming dense); 1 cup Warm Water (should be around 110°F); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (can replace with melted butter); 0 cups Butter (softened, use unsalted to control salt levels); 2 cloves Garlic (minced, can substitute with garlic powder); 1 tablespoon Dried Italian Herb Blend (fresh herbs can be used but adjust quantity); 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (melts beautifully for gooey texture); 0 cup Parmesan Cheese (adds savory depth, can use pecorino Romano); 0 cups Fresh Parsley (chopped, recommended for a pop of greenery)

Description

A delicious garlic herb cheese bread that is perfect as a side dish or a snack.

Ingredients

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3 cups All-Purpose Flour (can substitute with bread flour for a chewier crust)
2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast (ensure it’s fresh for best results)
1 tablespoon Sugar (can replace with honey)
1 teaspoon Salt (avoid overuse to keep dough from becoming dense)
1 cup Warm Water (should be around 110°F)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (can replace with melted butter)
0 cups Butter (softened, use unsalted to control salt levels)
2 cloves Garlic (minced, can substitute with garlic powder)
1 tablespoon Dried Italian Herb Blend (fresh herbs can be used but adjust quantity)
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (melts beautifully for gooey texture)
0 cup Parmesan Cheese (adds savory depth, can use pecorino Romano)
0 cups Fresh Parsley (chopped, recommended for a pop of greenery)

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Instructions

Prepare Yeast Mixture: Combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour and salt, adding half of the grated mozzarella and parmesan.
Combine Mixtures: Pour yeast mixture into dry ingredients and add olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Knead on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Prepare Herb Butter: Mix softened butter, minced garlic, and Italian herb blend in a small bowl.
Shape the Dough: After rising, punch down dough, roll into a rectangle, spread herb butter, and add remaining cheese and parsley. Roll tightly.
Second Rise: Place seam-side down in greased loaf pan, cover and let rise for an additional 30-45 minutes.
Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and sounds hollow when tapped.

Notes

This bread is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breads
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 150
Sugar: 0.5g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg