Breads & Spreads Recipe

Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add flour, salt, and olive oil; mix until a dough forms.

Knead and Rise

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Bake the Bread

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or rolls. Place on a baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Cook the Jam

In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and habanero pepper. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 15-20 minutes.

Add Pectin

Stir in pectin and boil for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to jars.

Blend Ingredients

In a food processor, combine roasted peanuts and salt. Blend until it reaches your desired consistency. For creaminess, add oil and blend again.

Add Sweetness

Drizzle honey into the processor and blend until fully combined.

Mix Ingredients

In a bowl, combine softened butter, chopped chives, grated Parmesan, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.

Chill and Serve

Transfer to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator until firm.

Combine Ingredients

In a bowl, mix goat cheese, mashed roasted garlic, olive oil, and chopped thyme until smooth.

Serve

Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy with crostinis or bread.

Blend Ingredients

In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.

Chill and Serve

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Combine Ingredients

In a bowl, mix chopped dill pickles, sweet pickles, red onion, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard until well combined.

Serve

Serve chilled as a spread or topping.