YOGURT HERB BREAD

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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves (32 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

5-1/2 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup water
1 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon minced chives
1/4 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme and basil

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt. In a small saucepan, heat water and yogurt to 120°-130°. Add to flour mixture; mix well. Stir in oil, herbs and enough of the remaining flour to form a stiff dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 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. Turn onto a floured surface; divide in half. Shape each portion into a loaf. Place in 2 greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. , Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks.

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