Closest Thing to Subway’s Italian Herbs & Cheese Bread

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Subway-inspired savory Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread recipe to satisfy your cravings!

Closest Thing to Subway’s Italian Herbs & Cheese Bread

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hr 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

219

Sugar

Fat

Subway's Italian Herb and Cheese Bread is a favorite among sandwich lovers all over the world. Featuring a perfect balance of savory garlic, oregano, and parmesan cheese, this bread is a great accompaniment to any hot or cold sandwich. Now, you can make your own version at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Serve this bread fresh from the oven, topped with butter or margarine, and enjoy it as a snack anytime you want.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, yeast, minced garlic, minced oregano, and grated parmesan cheese.
2.	Add warmed water to the mixing bowl, followed by olive oil.
3.	Knead the dough for 10 minutes or until it becomes smooth.
4.	Cover the dough with cling wrap and let it rise for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
5.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
6.	Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray, and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on the bottom of the pan.
7.	Take the dough out of the mixing bowl, punch it down, and shape it into a loaf.
8.	Place the dough loaf into the prepared pan.
9.	Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown on top.
10.	Take the bread out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then serve.

PROS

This Italian herb and cheese bread is a perfect snack for any occasion, and it’s a great addition to any main course meal.

The bread is infused with savory garlic and oregano, and topped off with a generous layer of grated parmesan cheese.

CONS

This bread is quite high in sodium and contains gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with gluten allergies or those following a low-sodium diet.

Also, this bread is best eaten on the day it is baked, as it may lose some of its freshness and texture if left for too long.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this bread may not be the healthiest option, it does contain some nutrients that can be beneficial to your health.
Garlic, for instance, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, and it may help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Oregano is also rich in antioxidants, which can help protect your cells against damage from harmful free radicals.

	1 1/8 cups water , warmed to 80 degrees
	3 cups bread flour
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	2/3 cup parmesan cheese , freshly
	1 garlic clove , finely minced
	1 teaspoon sugar
	1 1/2 teaspoons oregano , minced
	1 1/2 teaspoons yeast