๐ Parmesan Bread Recipe
๐ Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
๐ Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma and savory flavor of this Parmesan Bread recipe, a creation from lovewithrecipes.com. With a crispy crust and a soft, cheesy interior, this bread is perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy weeknight dinners.
๐ฅ Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground red cayenne pepper
- 3 3/4 – 4 cups all-purpose flour
๐ช Instructions:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water.
- Stir in nonfat dry milk, 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, whole egg, olive oil, sugar, salt, ground red pepper, and 3 cups of the flour.
- Beat well with a wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually stir in enough of the remaining flour until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead for 5 minutes, adding additional flour as necessary, until the dough is smooth, elastic, and only slightly sticky. Alternatively, you can mix and knead the dough in a stand-up electric mixer fitted with a dough hook.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat, and cover with plastic wrap.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured work surface. Divide it in half and shape each half into a ball.
- Place the dough balls on an oiled baking sheet, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and let them rise until doubled, approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Brush the risen loaves with beaten egg white.
- With a sharp knife, make three 1/2-inch deep slashes in each loaf.
- Sprinkle the loaves with the remaining 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the loaves sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool the Parmesan bread on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
This Parmesan Bread recipe yields 2 loaves, each boasting a delectable combination of cheesy goodness and wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a comforting treat, this bread is sure to impress with its homemade charm and irresistible flavor. Enjoy the warm, inviting taste of freshly baked bread straight from your oven! ๐ฅ๐ง
