Cheese Bread Recipe
Served with Marinara Dipping Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Bread
Marinara Dipping Sauce
Method
Cheese Bread
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture along with the olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Add Cheese and Seasonings
In the last minute of kneading, incorporate the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and garlic powder into the dough until evenly distributed.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Bread
After rising, punch down the dough to release air, then shape it into a loaf or divide it into small balls for dinner rolls.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a cloth, and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 8
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the cheese bread for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Marinara Dipping Sauce
- 9
- 10
Season the Sauce
Add the dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
- 11
Simmer
Reduce heat to low and let the marinara sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 12
Serve
Remove from heat and serve warm alongside the cheese bread.