My Favorite Italian Bread
- SERVES
- 4
- COOK TIME
- 35 Min
When you "knead" something special that doesn't cost a lot of "dough", this Italian Bread will surely "rise" to the occasion!
What You'll Need
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more if needed
- 1 (¼-ounce) package active dry yeast
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup very warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
What to Do
- Place flour, yeast, and salt in a food processor that has been fitted with its metal cutting blade. Process for 3 to 5 seconds, until the ingredients are well mixed.
- In a small bowl, combine the water, sugar, and oil. With the processor running, slowly pour the water mixture through the feeding tube. After it is completely mixed, if the dough is too soft, add more flour 1 tablespoon at a time until a smooth ball forms. Process for 20 to 25 seconds to knead the dough.
- Place the dough in a bowl that has been coated with nonstick cooking spray; turn the dough. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to rise at room temperature for 35 to 40 minutes, until doubled in size. Punch the dough down, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured board and form into a rectangle about 8" x 12". Starting at a 12-inch side, tightly roll up the dough jelly-roll fashion and place seam side down on an ungreased cookie sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise at room temperature for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degree F. Remove the plastic wrap and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.