Mrs. Woods’ French Bread With Tomato

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Mrs. Woods' French Bread With Tomato recipe for a warm and hearty meal

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

2 hrs

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

215

Sugar

Fat

Mrs. Woods' French Bread With Tomato is a twist on traditional French bread. This warm and hearty bread is perfect for those colder days when you need a comforting meal. The crushed tomatoes give this bread a unique twist and add depth to the flavor. This bread is perfect for serving as an accompaniment to soup or stew, or as a side to any meal. This recipe is simple to make and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix the warm water and yeast until fully dissolved.
2.	Add in the crushed tomatoes and mix well.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix together the bread flour, sugar, salt, and italian seasoning.
4.	Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well until a dough forms.
5.	Knead the dough for 10-15 minutes, then place it in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean tea towel.
6.	Let the dough rise for 1-2 hours, until it has doubled in size.
7.	Preheat your oven to 450°F and grease a baking sheet.
8.	Punch the dough down, then shape it into a loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
9.	Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

PROS

This French bread is warm, hearty, and full of flavor.

The addition of tomato gives it a unique twist on traditional French bread.

It is perfect for serving with soup or stew or as a side to any meal.

CONS

Due to the high amount of bread flour used in this recipe, this French bread is high in carbs and calories.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this French bread is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The addition of crushed tomatoes provides a source of vitamin C and antioxidants.

	1 tablespoon yeast
	2 cups warm water
	2 cups crushed tomatoes
	7 cups bread flour
	2 tablespoons sugar
	1 tablespoon salt
	2 tablespoons italian seasoning