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Parmesan Garlic Artisan Bread

Golden artisan bread with garlic and parmesan, perfect for meals or snacks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
  • 1.5 cups warm water 110°F/45°C
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • optional fresh herbs rosemary or thyme for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead dough on floured surface 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Mix minced garlic with parmesan and optional herbs.
  6. Punch down dough and shape into loaf. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle garlic-parmesan mixture.
  7. Let shaped loaf rise 30–40 minutes until slightly puffy.
  8. Bake at 425°F (220°C) 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly on wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Steam in the oven helps create a crisp crust. Slice while slightly warm for best texture.