Best 9 Country Herb Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Country Herb Bread, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable bread, with its golden-brown crust and soft, fluffy interior, is a culinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of rustic charm. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore two enticing variations of this classic bread: the classic Country Herb Bread and the savory Sun-Dried Tomato and Herb Bread. Both recipes are carefully crafted to deliver a burst of herbal goodness with every bite. Whether you prefer the traditional flavors of thyme, oregano, and rosemary or the tangy zest of sun-dried tomatoes, these recipes promise an unforgettable bread-baking experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

FLAVORFUL HERB BREAD



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This bread is one of my favorites. It has a wonderful texture and slices beautifully, and the flavor of the herbs really comes through. (Psst-If you don't have a bread machine on hand, learn how to make bread without one!) -Gerri Hamilton, Kingsville, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h15m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup warm whole milk (70° to 80°)
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup dried minced onion
2 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3-1/2 cups bread flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • In a bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

ITALIAN HERB BREAD I



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This aromatic bread can be served with dinner, or the dough can be used for pizza.

Provided by Ann Barr

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ cup grated Romano cheese
6 cups bread flour

Steps:

  • Mix yeast, warm water, and white sugar together in a large bowl. Set aside for five minutes, or until mixture becomes foamy.
  • Stir olive oil, salt, herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, cheese, and 3 cups flour into the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the next three cups of flour. Dough will be stiff.
  • Knead dough for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and rubbery. Place in an oiled bowl, and turn to cover the surface of the dough with oil. Cover with a damp linen dish towel. Allow to rise for one hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
  • Punch dough down to release all the air. Shape into two loaves. Place loaves on a greased cookie sheet, or into two greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise until doubled in size, about a 30 minutes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Remove loaves from pan(s), and let cool on wire racks for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 320.9 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

RUSTIC ROUND HERB BREAD



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I've had this bread recipe for at least 10 years. It takes only 10 minutes to stir together. Wedges are marvelous served warm and are great with soup. -Patricia Vatta of Norwood, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
3 tablespoons cold butter
1 large egg
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. In another bowl, whisk the egg, yogurt and milk. Stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. , Spoon into a 9-in. round baking pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with poppy seeds. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

COUNTRY WHITE BREAD



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Anytime is the right time for a comforting slice of homemade bread. These loaves are especially nice since the crust stays so tender. This white bread recipe is my husband Nick's favorite. He makes most of the bread at our house. -Joanne Shew Chuk, St. Benedict, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 loaves (16 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup canola oil
6-1/2 to 7 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, salt, eggs, oil and 3 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn dough 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 down dough. Divide in half and shape into loaves. Place in 2 greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Preheat oven to 375°., Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HERBED GARLIC BREAD



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Our recipe for Herbed Garlic Bread is the perfect addition to round out just about any meal. Use your favorite fresh or dried herbs to enhance the flavor of the garlic.

Provided by Country Crock®

Time 12m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup Country Crock® Spread
1 teaspoon mixed herbs, dry
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (12 ounce) loaf French or Italian bread

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Combine all ingredients except bread in small bowl. Arrange bread on baking sheet; spread with herb mixture.
  • Broil until golden, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 368.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

HERB BREAD



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Herb Bread comes from Debbie Carlson of San Diego, California. "This bread is especially nice for a no-fuss meal," remarks Debbie, who go the favorite family recipe from her mother.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 loaf sourdough or French bread, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Spread on one side of each bread slice; wrap loaf in foil. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

COUNTRY SAGE BREAD



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This recipe was given to me more than 15 years ago by a friend. The unique combination of sage, celery seed and nutmeg makes this bread deliciously different.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
3/4 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
2 teaspoons celery seed
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 egg
3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, sugar, shortening, celery seed, salt, sage, nutmeg, egg and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft 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 1-1/2 hours. , Punch dough down. Shape into a round loaf. Place in a greased 8-in. or 9-in. pie plate. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Bake at 400° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and bread sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from pie plate to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HERB BREAD



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A delicious bread machine recipe, this bread is especially good with chicken stew.

Provided by CAROLMAROL68

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons margarine
¾ cup milk
1 egg
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 teaspoons celery seed
3 cups bread flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Place ingredients into the pan of the bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer. Select Start.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 325.1 mg, Sugar 3 g

RUSTIC COUNTRY BREAD



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A round loaf with a crisp crust--chewy, and great for sandwiches.

Provided by Chris

Categories     Bread     100+ Bread Machine Recipes

Time 16h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup spring water
¼ teaspoon bread machine yeast
1 ¾ cups bread flour
1 cup spring water
½ teaspoon bread machine yeast
2 cups bread flour
⅓ cup whole wheat flour
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • The day before making bread, place 3/4 cup spring water, 1/4 teaspoon bread machine yeast and 1 3/4 cup bread flour into pan of a bread machine. Select dough cycle and let knead for 5 minutes. Stop machine and let rise overnight.
  • The next day, pour starter from bread machine pan into a non-metallic container. Reserve 1/3 cup for this recipe and freeze remainder for later use.
  • In a large bowl, mix together 1/3 cup reserved starter, 1 cup spring water, 1/2 teaspoon yeast, 2 cups bread flour, whole wheat flour and salt. Select Dough Cycle; press Start. After 10 minutes, remove dough from machine and place in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a damp towel and let rise until doubled, about 2 hours. Deflate dough and let rise again until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and form into a round loaf. Place loaf on a baking sheet that has been sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spray loaf with water and place in preheated oven. Spray loaf again every two minutes during the first 10 minutes of baking. Bake for 40 minutes, until bottom of loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 49.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs provide the best flavor for your bread. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use half the amount since they are more concentrated.
  • Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make it tough and dense. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined, then knead the dough for a few minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough will need to rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size. This will allow the yeast to activate and produce gas, which will make the bread light and fluffy.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature: Baking the bread at a high temperature will create a crispy crust and a fluffy interior. Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until it is golden brown.
  • Let the bread cool before slicing: Once the bread is baked, let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This will allow the bread to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Country Herb Bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply served with butter and jam. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this bread is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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