Best Herb Toasted Italian Bread Recipes

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ITALIAN HERB BREAD



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"I modified a recipe to come up with this savory bread that my family loves," says Dolores Bell of Belleview, Florida. "A loaf does not last long. In fact, they begin cutting it while it's still hot!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h5m

Yield 1 loaf (1-1/2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
3 tablespoons butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups bread flour
2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. , Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRUSTY GARLIC AND HERB BREAD



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
6 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves
1 loaf sourdough country white bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Oil the inside of the bowl of a mini food processor. Add the softened butter, garlic, cheese and herbs. Pulse until well combined.
  • Slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices. You will need 12 to 16 slices.
  • Spread the butter mixture onto 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange slices, butter side up and bake in the oven until lightly toasted, about 5 to 8 minutes.

ITALIAN HERB BREAD I



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This aromatic bread can be served with dinner, or the dough can be used for pizza.

Provided by Ann Barr

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ cup grated Romano cheese
6 cups bread flour

Steps:

  • Mix yeast, warm water, and white sugar together in a large bowl. Set aside for five minutes, or until mixture becomes foamy.
  • Stir olive oil, salt, herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, cheese, and 3 cups flour into the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the next three cups of flour. Dough will be stiff.
  • Knead dough for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and rubbery. Place in an oiled bowl, and turn to cover the surface of the dough with oil. Cover with a damp linen dish towel. Allow to rise for one hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
  • Punch dough down to release all the air. Shape into two loaves. Place loaves on a greased cookie sheet, or into two greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise until doubled in size, about a 30 minutes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Remove loaves from pan(s), and let cool on wire racks for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 320.9 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ITALIAN BREAD III



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An easy recipe to make using your bread machine.

Provided by Rebecca Radnor

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     White Bread Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
3 cups bread flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons margarine, softened
1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 egg whites, stiffly beaten

Steps:

  • Add ingredients according to the manufacturer's directions.
  • Be sure to use "crisp" bread setting and add the egg whites after the rest of the ingredients are moist.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 39.5 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ITALIAN HERB BREAD FOR THE BREADMAKER



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My husband, formerly a rye bread only man, loves this for his sandwiches. When cubed and toasted this bread makes fabulous croutons as well.

Provided by luvinlif2k

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h15m

Yield 2 lb. loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons granulted sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
3 cups bread flour
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1/3 cup snipped fresh parsley
1 1/4 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/4 teaspoons dried dill
1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/4 teaspoons bread machine yeast

Steps:

  • Measure ingredients into baking pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Put pan into the oven chamber.
  • Select Basic Cycle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1169, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 1844.2, Carbohydrate 220.7, Fiber 15.7, Sugar 21.3, Protein 36.6

ITALIAN GARLIC TOAST



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"EVERY Italian meal must have its garlic bread, and this recipe is not only delicious but also attractive. It's rich which cheese and butter and colorful with paprika. Auntie Ann always waited until we were all seated before bringing out her garlic bread, warm from the oven."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Paprika

Steps:

  • Split bread lengthwise; place, cut side up, on a large baking sheet. In a small bowl, combine butter, cheese, garlic and oregano; brush onto cut surfaces of bread. Sprinkle with paprika., Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until lightly toasted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (7 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28 mg cholesterol, Sodium 549 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36 g carbohydrate, Fiber 2 g fiber, Protein 7 g protein.

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