SAVORY MUSHROOM BREAD

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The hearty texture, rustic appearance and savory flavor make this yeast bread a winner with dinner guests time and time again. Nothing can compare to the heavenly aroma while it bakes.-Greg Hageli, Elmhurst, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
4-3/4 to 5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

In a large skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and onion; saute until tender. Add soy sauce; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the yogurt, honey, salt, mushroom mixture and 2-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 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., Divide dough in half; shape into loaves. Place in two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.