ITALIAN CHEESE LOAVES

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This quick-and-easy yeast bread is a favorite of my daughter and my best friend. They could sit down and eat an entire loaf!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
3 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
3 tablespoons shortening
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
7 to 8 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the shortening, sugar, salt and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Add the cheeses, garlic powder and onion powder. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Do not let rise. Divide in half; shape into two loaves. , Place in two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Do not let rise. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.