Garlic Herb Braided Bread: The Best Homemade Delight Awaiting You
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Discover the perfect recipe for Garlic Herb Braided Bread, a delightful homemade bread enriched with the flavor of garlic and herbs.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Category: Breads
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon mixed herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, and oregano)
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, olive oil, garlic, and herbs to the yeast mixture, and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into three equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a long rope and braid them together.
- Place the braided dough on a baking sheet and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, brush the braided bread with garlic butter just before serving.
- Experiment with different herbs according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg