HERB LOAF

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"This lovely low-sodium loaf gets its delicious flavor from a handful of fragrant herbs," says Nancy Zimmerman of Cape May Court House, New Jersey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2-1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in the sugar, butter, parsley, basil, salt, oregano, thyme, garlic powder and 1 cup flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5-6 minutes. Place in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into loaf. Place in a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 16mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.