HERB FOCACCIA BREAD

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This well-seasoned yeast bread adds an attractive accent to any Italian meal...and the aroma while it's baking is scrumptious. The wedges also go great with soup, stew or chili.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 bread loaves (10 wedges each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the contents of the roll mix and yeast packets. Stir in the warm water, egg and 2 tablespoons oil; beat for 2 minutes or until dough pulls away from sides of bowl. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to grease top. Let rest for 5 minutes., Divide dough in half. Roll each half into a 12-in. circle. Transfer to two 12-in. pizza pans coated with cooking spray. Using fingertips, make indentations 1 in. apart on dough; cover. , In a small skillet, saute the onion, rosemary and thyme in the remaining oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Spread evenly on dough. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 14-18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.