Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread That'll Steal Hearts

This Swirled Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread is a delightful homemade creation perfect for impressing your guests or enjoying cozy nights in.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

First Rise 1

Total Time 1 50

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

3 cups All-Purpose Flour or bread flour
1 cup Warm Water between 100-110°F
2.25 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast one packet
1 teaspoon Salt non-iodized preferred
2 tablespoons Olive Oil or butter

Filling Ingredients

1 cup Garlic minced
0.5 cup Mixed Fresh Herbs chopped, e.g., parsley, thyme
1.5 cups Shredded Cheese e.g., mozzarella and sharp cheddar

Optional Add-Ins

1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
1 cup Caramelized Onions

Equipment

mixing bowl
spatula
Sharp knife
baking sheet
Kitchen towel
oven

Method

Dough Preparation

Proof the yeast by combining the active dry yeast with warm water and let it sit until bubbly.
Make the dough by combining flour and salt then adding the yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead until smooth.
Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Filling and Shaping

Prepare the filling by spreading minced garlic, fresh herbs, and shredded cheese over the flattened dough.
Shape the bread by rolling it tightly and twisting the dough into a braid. Place on a baking sheet.

Baking

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Bake the bread for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect the kneading technique for a fluffy bread.

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