PANERA TOMATO BASIL BREAD RECIPE - (3.8/5)

Panera Tomato Basil Bread Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by MJH

Number Of Ingredients 10

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1 (.25-ounce) package active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water (110 to 115°F)
1/4 cup fresh basil, minced (substitute with 2 tablespoons dried)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
2 3/4 cups bread flour

Steps:

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Stir in basil, Parmesan cheese, tomato paste, sugar, oil, salt, pepper flakes and 2 cups flour. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 3 to 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch dough down; knead for 1 minute. Shape into a round loaf. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. With a sharp knife, cut a large "X" in top of loaf. Bake at 375°F for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool.