Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread
A delightful homemade bread filled with fragrant garlic, mixed herbs, and gooey melted cheese, perfect for sharing and enjoying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon mixed herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, and oregano)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like mozzarella or cheddar)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place for about 60 minutes or until doubled in size.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle. Spread minced garlic and mixed herbs over the surface. Sprinkle cheese evenly.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Let it rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.
Notes
Store any leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, slice the bread and freeze it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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