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Garlic Parmesan Herb Bread

Soft homemade bread with garlic and herbs.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Course bread
Cuisine Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water 110°F / 43°C
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter for brushing

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  • In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center.
  • Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
  • In a bowl, mix garlic, Parmesan, parsley, rosemary, thyme, and Italian seasoning.
  • Punch down dough and roll into a 12×18-inch rectangle.
  • Spread garlic Parmesan herb mixture evenly over dough.
  • Roll into a tight log, seal edges, and shape into a spiral.
  • Place in a greased 9-inch pan, cover, and rise 30–45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Brush dough with melted butter and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.

Notes

Dried herbs may be used if fresh are unavailable