Ingredients

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vital wheat gluten
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
3 tablespoons wheat germ
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 tablespoons tarragon ( dried )
2 1/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard ( sharp recommended )
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 egg
6 tablespoons tarragon vinegar ( sub white vinegar plus extra tarragon )
1 cup water
Bearnaise Bread is a flavorful twist on traditional homemade bread, infused with the herb tarragon and tangy Dijon mustard. This recipe is easy to make with the help of a bread machine, and the result is a warm loaf of bread with a golden crust and a soft center. Bearnaise Bread is perfect to enjoy for breakfast or as a side to your dinner. It also makes an excellent sandwich for your lunch. Try it toasted with butter and jelly, or pair it with your favorite cheese and crackers. This recipe is sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Instructions

1.Add all dry ingredients, except yeast, to bread machine pan. Create a well in the center of the mixture.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together egg, 6 tablespoons of tarragon vinegar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil. Pour the mixture into the well.
3.Add yeast to the bread machine pan.
4.Set the bread machine to the 'dough' cycle and let it mix and rise all ingredients together. After the cycle, transfer the dough to a greased loaf pan and let it rise again for additional 30 minutes.
5.Preheat the oven to 375 F and bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top.

PROS

This Bearnaise Bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, with its crisp crust and soft center.
The tarragon flavor makes it unique and pairs perfectly with eggs and bacon.

Baking bread at home is also a fun and rewarding experience.

CONS

It takes some time and planning to make this bread, as it requires two rises and a trip to the grocery store for vital wheat gluten, wheat germ, and tarragon vinegar.

The whole wheat flour and wheat germ make this bread slightly denser than a typical white bread.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Whole wheat flour is rich in fiber, which can promote digestive health and help maintain a healthy weight.
Tarragon has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may aid in digestion and reducing anxiety.

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