ROASTED RED PEPPER BREAD

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These savory loaves are moist, tender and loaded with flavor from grated Parmesan cheese and roasted sweet red peppers. They're fantastic at dinner or as an appetizer. -Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loaves (12 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups roasted sweet red peppers, drained
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
1-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/3 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper

Steps:

Place red peppers in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the red peppers, 1 cup cheese, milk, butter, salt and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide dough into 6 pieces. Shape each into an 18-in. rope. Place 3 ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour., In a small bowl, combine egg and water; brush over braids. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining cheese. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.