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Live-Well: Italian Herb Bread

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This Italian Herb Bread is a rustic, savory loaf perfect for dipping in olive oil or serving alongside pasta. The dough is enriched with skim milk powder for a tender crumb and flecked with dried basil and thyme for authentic Mediterranean flavor. Minced garlic adds a subtle pungency that blooms beautifully as it bakes. With a crisp, golden crust and a soft, airy interior, this bread is versatile enough for sandwiches, appetizers, or as a comforting side dish. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple recipe that yields impressive results, bringing the warmth of a traditional Italian kitchen to your table.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 961.2
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Italian Herb Bread is a rustic, savory loaf perfect for dipping in olive oil or serving alongside pasta. The dough is enriched with skim milk powder for a tender crumb and flecked with dried basil and thyme for authentic Mediterranean flavor. Minced garlic adds a subtle pungency that blooms beautifully as it bakes. With a crisp, golden crust and a soft, airy interior, this bread is versatile enough for sandwiches, appetizers, or as a comforting side dish. It&# 226;ÂÂs a simple recipe that yields impressive results, bringing the warmth of a traditional Italian kitchen to your table.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/3 cup Water
  • 3 tablespoon Skim milk powder
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Whole wheat flour
  • 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Dried basil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon Quick-rising dry yeast
Directions
  1. 1
    Place the water into the bread machine pan.
  2. 2
    Add the skim milk powder, butter, sugar, and salt to the water.
  3. 3
    Add the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, minced garlic, dried basil, and dried thyme.
  4. 4
    Sprinkle the quick-rising dry yeast over the top of the dry ingredients, ensuring it does not touch the liquid.
  5. 5
    Select the "Dough" or "Basic Bread" cycle on your bread machine and start the cycle.
  6. 6
    Once the baking cycle is complete, immediately remove the pan from the machine.
  7. 7
    Turn the bread out of the pan onto a wire cooling rack.
  8. 8
    Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 961.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.0g14%
Saturated Fat 4.4g23%
Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
Sodium 7381.8mg308%
Total Carbohydrate 191.0g64%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g37%
Sugars 8.9g
Protein 25.7g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the water is lukewarm (about 105-110ðF) if your machine recommends it, but not hot, as excessive heat can kill the yeast.

If you do not have a bread machine, you can mix these ingredients by hand or in a stand mixer. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth, let it rise for 1 hour, shape into a loaf, let it rise again for 30 minutes, and bake at 375ðF (190ðC) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.

For a stronger garlic flavor, you can add the minced garlic during the last 10 minutes of the kneading cycle instead of at the beginning.

Store leftover bread in a paper bag at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for longer storage.

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