Italian Herbs & Cheese Bread Recipe
Subway® Artisan Italian Bread with Monterey Jack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, and Parmesan-Oregano Topping.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Cheese Topping Ingredients
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F to 115°F), sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the kneaded 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.
Cheese Topping Preparation
- 5
Prepare Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, combine Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
Baking the Bread
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller rolls.
- 7
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a cloth and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- 8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 9
Add Cheese Topping
Once the dough has risen, sprinkle the prepared cheese mixture generously over the top.
- 10
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
