OLIVE OIL AND HERBES DE PROVENCE BREAD
Usually I post things to get the nutritional info, but this one is so worth sharing. My husband says this is the best bread he has tasted. It's another recipe by the fabulous Laura Calder on Food TV Canada's 'French Food at Home.' I made this by hand and it was as easy as homemade bread can be. Any dried herbs can be used for this, and it can also be made without any herbs, but it's not as good. I used McCormick's Herbes de Provence, which is a blend of rosemary, marjoram, thyme, savory, basil, lavender and sage. Makes an excellent accompaniment for any French or Italian dish, or serve it toasted and open faced with butter, slices of fresh tomatoes and your favourite cheese. It's so good.
Provided by Glitterhoof
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 2h5m
Yield 1 Loaf
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir the sugar and yeast into the water, and set aside for 10 minutes to dissolve.
- Put the olive oil and salt in a large mixing bowl, and add the yeast mixture.
- Beat in 1-1/2 cups/285 g of the flour, until smooth, along with the herbs.
- Work in the remaining cup/125 g flour, turning it onto the countertop to knead, until you have smooth, springy dough, 10 to 15 minutes. (I found 15 minutes yeilded a much better bread than 10 minutes).
- Cover with a tea towel and set in a warm place to rise to double, about 45 minutes.
- Punch the dough down and shape into a loaf. (I shaped mine into a ball by pressing the dough slightly flat, folding in the corners, pinching them together and then flipping the ball over with the pinched corners on the bottom. I then made three long slices in the top for steam to escape. This is how Laura did it on the show.).
- Let rise again 30 minutes (or not), and bake at 400ºF/200ºC for 25 minutes until done. I brush the loaf with an egg/milk wash before I bake it, but it's not necessary. The wash is 1 yolk beaten with a tablespoon or two of milk. You can also spray the loaf lightly with water, or put a pan of boiling water in the oven to give the bread a crispy crust.
- Let the bread cool a little before slicing to serve.
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Christopher Romig
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of bread, but this recipe changed my mind. This bread is so good, I could eat it every day.
Urish 49
[email protected]This bread is delicious! The herbs de Provence give it a wonderful flavor and the olive oil makes it so moist.
todor bliznashki
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the bread always comes out perfect. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Tarrotani T
[email protected]This bread is a great way to use up leftover olive oil. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their bread.
Dj shleon
[email protected]This bread is a great way to start your day. It's also a great way to end your day.
CARTOON X YT
[email protected]This bread is a great addition to any party or gathering. It's sure to be a hit with your guests.
Sonali Sopno
[email protected]I've been looking for a good olive oil bread recipe, and this one is perfect. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious.
Vanessa Cottrell
[email protected]This bread is a great way to use up leftover herbs. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Tanko Pauline
[email protected]I love how this bread turned out. It's so light and fluffy, and the herbs de Provence give it a wonderful flavor.
Ash Russell
[email protected]This bread is perfect for a quick and easy snack or breakfast. It's also great for sandwiches and paninis.
Yancarlos Garcia
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. This bread is amazing!
Binta Sidebeh
[email protected]This bread is so flavorful and delicious. I love the combination of herbs de Provence and olive oil.
Vincent peterson
[email protected]I've made this bread several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!
Joshua Mwanaharakati
[email protected]This bread is a great addition to any meal. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.
Fazli Moula
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the bread always comes out perfect.
T Muko
[email protected]This bread turned out amazing! The herbs de Provence gave it a wonderful flavor, and the olive oil made it so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.