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Italian Herb Bread
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 32
Not for the ABM, but made with fresh herbs...very good...can omit cheese if desired..makes two large loaves.
Ingredients:
1 package dry yeast
2 cups water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh basil
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
Directions:
1. Mix yeast, warm water and sugar together in a large bowl.
2. Set aside for five minutes, or until mixture becomes foamy.
3. Stir in olive oil, salt, herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, cheese and 3 cups flour into the yeast mixture.
4. Gradually mix in next three cups of flour.
5. Dough will be stiff.
6. Knead for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
7. Place in an oiled bowl, turning to cover sides with oil.
8. Cover with a damp linen towel, or plastic wrap.
9. Let rise for 1 hour, or until dough has doubled.
10. Punch down to release all the air.
11. Shape into two loaves.
12. Place loaves on a greased cookie sheet, or into two 9x5 inch, greased pans.
13. Allow to rise for 1/2 hour again, until doubled in a warm place.
14. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
15. Remove loaves from pans and let cool on wire racks for at least 15 minutes, before slicing.
By RecipeOfHealth.com