Description
Crusty Italian Bread That Brings Family Together
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Lukewarm Water (About 110°F)
- 2¼ teaspoons Yeast (Fresh yeast preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar (Can substitute with white sugar)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Essential for flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning (Use dried or fresh herbs)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Can substitute with melted butter)
- 3–4 cups All-Purpose Flour (Use up to achieve desired texture)
- 1 beaten egg Water (For egg wash)
Instructions
- Combine 1 cup of lukewarm water, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 2¼ teaspoons of yeast in a stand mixer bowl. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, and 3 cups of all-purpose flour into the mixer. Mix on low speed until a soft dough forms. Add more flour if sticky.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm area for 30 minutes until doubled in size.
- Knead the dough gently on a floured surface and divide into two equal portions. Shape each into a loaf and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the tops of the loaves with beaten egg wash and make diagonal slits to allow steam escape.
- Place a shallow dish filled with water on the bottom rack. Bake loaves for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Crusty Italian Bread