Garlic Parmesan Herb Bread
A simple and flavorful bread with garlic, parmesan, and herbs.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water about 100-110°F
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant dry yeast
- 2 to 2½ cups all-purpose flour
Herb and Topping Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 6 cloves garlic finely chopped
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon butter split for topping
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add salt, 2 cups of flour, basil, oregano, and rosemary. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes, adding more flour if needed, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf.
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet. Mix chopped garlic, parmesan, and butter, then spread over the dough.
- Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Let the bread cool slightly before slicing for best texture.