Name: Homemade Italian Herb and Cheese Bread: Better Than the Bakery
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups warm water (110°F); 1 tbsp active dry yeast; 1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar; 2 tsp fine sea salt; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder

Homemade Italian Herb and Cheese Bread: Better Than the Bakery

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Enjoy the aroma of artisan baking with this Italian herb and cheese bread. A soft, pillowy loaf topped with savory Monterey Jack, Parmesan, and a signature blend of Italian herbs and garlic.

Author: Luna
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Yield: 2 loaves
Category: Baking
Method: Oven
Cuisine: Italian-American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)

1 tbsp active dry yeast

1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar

2 tsp fine sea salt

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning

1 tsp garlic powder

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Instructions

1. Activate yeast in warm sugar water for 10 minutes.

2. Mix in oil, salt, and flour until dough forms.

3. Knead dough for 8 minutes until smooth.

4. Let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour.

5. Shape into loaves and rise for 40 minutes.

6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

7. Sprinkle with cheeses, herbs, and garlic.

8. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.

9. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for 3 days.

Reheat in the oven at 350°F to restore crispiness.

Perfect for copycat sub sandwiches or pasta sides.

Find it online: https://www.elitesrecipes.com/homemade-italian-herb-and-cheese-bread/