Certainly! Let’s dive into the scrumptious world of making Tomato, Cheese & Olive Bread, a delightful recipe that combines the tang of tomatoes, the richness of cheese, and the savory bite of olives. 🍅🧀🫒
Tomato, Cheese & Olive Bread Recipe
- Name: Tomato, Cheese & Olive Bread
- Recipe Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, < 60 Mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 Loaf
- Calories: 2246.7
- Fat Content: 114.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 47.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 1024.6mg
- Sodium Content: 5790.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 205g
- Fiber Content: 11.2g
- Sugar Content: 9.1g
- Protein Content: 95.1g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 250g | Self-raising flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking powder |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1/2 cup | White wine |
| 150g | Tomato puree |
| 75g | Cheddar cheese, grated |
| 6 | Pitted black olives, sliced |
| 3 | Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped |
| To taste | Herbs (your favorite), chopped |
| To taste | Salt and pepper |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). 🌡️
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Prepare Pan:
- Grease and line a 450g loaf pan with parchment paper. 🍞
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and baking powder. Set aside. 🕰️
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, and white wine until well combined. 🍳🫒
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Combine Wet and Dry:
- Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the flour.
- Add the tomato puree and mix everything together until you have a moist dough. 💧🍅
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Add Flavorful Ingredients:
- Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, sliced black olives, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and your favorite chopped herbs.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. 🧀🍅🌿
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Bake the Bread:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the top is golden brown. 🥖
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Reduce Temperature:
- After 30 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 160°C (320°F) and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- This helps the bread cook through without burning the top. 🔥
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Cool and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan.
- Then, transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely. 🍞
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Serve and Share:
- Slice your Tomato, Cheese & Olive Bread and serve it warm or at room temperature.
- This bread is perfect on its own or served alongside soups, salads, or as a snack with a glass of wine. 🍷🥖
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Storage Tip:
- Store any leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- You can also freeze slices for longer storage, just toast them lightly before serving. ❄️🍞
This Tomato, Cheese & Olive Bread recipe is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for a quick snack or to accompany a cozy meal. Give it a try and share the joy of homemade bread with your loved ones! 🥰🍅🧀
Enjoy baking! 🍞✨
