Description
This Garlic Parmesan Herb Bread recipe is a flavorful, aromatic homemade bread featuring a blend of garlic, parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs. Perfectly soft on the inside with a golden crust, this bread is ideal for serving warm alongside soups, salads, or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 2 to 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water (about 100-110°F)
- 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter (split for topping)
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Combine the instant dry yeast, granulated sugar, and warm water in a large bowl. Let the mixture sit for about a minute until it becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Herbs and Garlic: Stir in the salt, dried basil, dried oregano, dried rosemary, and finely chopped garlic until evenly blended into the yeast mixture.
- Add Flour and Cheese: Incorporate 2 cups of all-purpose flour along with the grated parmesan cheese into the bowl. Mix to form a sticky dough.
- Knead Dough: Gradually add more flour little by little, mixing continuously, until the dough becomes soft yet stretchy without being too sticky.
- First Rise: Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside. Cover with a towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about one hour, or until the dough doubles in size.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing it evenly with olive oil.
- Shape Dough: Gently punch down the risen dough to release air. Divide it into two equal balls, shape each into rounds, and place them on the greased baking sheet.
- Second Rise: Cover the dough rounds loosely and let them rise for an additional 15 to 20 minutes to become puffy.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush half a tablespoon of softened butter on the top of each dough round to enrich the crust and add flavor.
- Bake Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the loaves turn golden brown and sound hollow when tapped underneath.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven, transfer to a cooling rack, and let cool slightly. Serve warm with extra butter or paired with your favorite soup.
Notes
- Ensure the water for the yeast is warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
- Kneading can be done by hand or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for ease.
- You can customize the herbs to your preference or add other Italian herbs like thyme or parsley.
- Store leftover bread wrapped in foil or an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Rewarm slices before serving to restore softness and flavor.
Keywords: Garlic bread, Parmesan bread, Herb bread, Italian bread, Homemade bread, Soft bread, Savory bread