MOZZARELLA BASIL BREAD

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Soft, chewy, and cheesy!

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Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

2 cups warm water (100 degrees F/40 degrees C)
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon salt
4 cups bread flour, or as needed
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup milk
1 tablespoon dried basil

Steps:

Mix warm water with sugar in a large mixing bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Sprinkle yeast over the surface of the water, and let stand until the yeast begins to form a creamy layer on the water. Stir the yeast into the water. Stir in salt, and 1 cup of bread flour, and beat the flour in to form a loose batter. Stir in 1 more cup of flour, and mix in the mozzarella cheese, milk, and basil. Mix in the remaining 2 cups of flour in 1/2-cup additions.
Turn the dough out onto a well-floured work surface, and knead until the dough is thoroughly mixed, but still sticky, 5 to 8 minutes. Add flour into the dough as you knead, if necessary. Form the dough into a ball, and place into an oiled bowl. Turn the dough over in the bowl to oil the surface of the dough, and cover with a cloth. Allow to rise until double, about 1 hour.
With your fist, press firmly on the dough to deflate the large bubbles. Turn the dough out onto a well-floured work surface, and knead the dough just long enough to eliminate the remaining bubbles in the dough, about 1 minute. Cut the dough into 2 equal pieces, and form each half into a round ball. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray, and place the balls onto the baking sheet. With a sharp knife, slash an X into the top of each loaf. Cover the loaves with a towel, and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
Bake the loaves until browned, about 25 minutes. To serve, cut each loaf into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 4.8 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 482.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

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Sunil Sharma

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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this bread again and again.

Younas Me

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I've made this bread several times and it's always a success. It's the perfect bread for sandwiches, croutons, or just eating on its own.

Wafa Khan

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This bread is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

Techno Neljo

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I love the combination of mozzarella, basil, and bread. This recipe is a great way to enjoy all three of these ingredients in one dish.

Prem Shrestha

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This bread is the perfect addition to any meal. It's great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Noah Tenderson

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I've never made bread before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out great! I'm definitely going to make it again.

Tony Illicit Nz

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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The bread is so delicious and it's perfect for any occasion.

Thapelo Mahloane

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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this bread. The cheese and basil are a great combination, and the bread is so soft and fluffy.

Kanchan Katuwal

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This bread is absolutely delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes.

Jony Mpur

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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The bread is so soft and fluffy, and the cheese and basil are the perfect complement.