Description
A comforting bread featuring a swirl of garlic, herbs, and two kinds of cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 105 to 110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or roasted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
- Extra herbs or shredded cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Combine warm milk and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
- In a stand mixer bowl, mix flour and salt. Add egg, softened butter, and yeast mixture; mix and knead for 7 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
- Punch down dough and roll it out into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle on a floured surface.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with mozzarella, parmesan, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Roll tightly into a log from the long side, slice lengthwise, and twist the two halves with the filling facing up.
- Shape into a swirl or braid, place in a greased loaf pan, and cover to proof for 30 to 40 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with optional toppings.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For distinct swirls, roll the dough tightly and slice cleanly. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: bread, garlic, cheese, herbs, baking