Bread Machine Italian Bread (Baked in Oven)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Bread Machine Italian Bread recipe baked in the oven
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/3 cups water
2 cups all-purpose white flour
2 cups white bread flour
1 teaspoon salt ( can use up to 1-1/2 teaspoons )
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast ( you could just use a small package of yeast which is 2-1/4 teaspoons instead of the 2-1/2 teaspoons )
1 small egg
1 tablespoon water
3 -4 tablespoons cornmeal ( to sprinkle on baking sheet )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
168
Sugar
1g
Fat
1g
Italian bread is a staple of many households and a versatile addition to any meal. This recipe is easy to make using a bread machine and produces a delicious, crusty loaf that will impress your family and friends. Serve it warm with butter or olive oil for a comforting and satisfying snack. Alternatively, use it to make a delicious sandwich or toast it up for a crunchy, flavorful crouton.

Instructions

1.Put all the ingredients in the bread machine according to the manufacturer's instructions and set it to the dough cycle.
2.Once the dough has finished rising, punch it down and transfer it to a lightly floured surface.
3.Knead the dough for a few minutes, then shape it into a round loaf.
4.Place the loaf on a baking sheet that has been dusted with cornmeal and let it rise until doubled in size.
5.Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash.
7.Brush the egg wash over the loaf and use a sharp knife to make a few slashes on the top.
8.Bake the bread for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9.Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

PROS

This recipe produces a delicious, crusty loaf of Italian bread that is perfect for toasting or dipping in soup.

Using a bread machine to mix the dough saves you time and effort.

CONS

Making bread from scratch can be time-consuming and requires patience and attention to detail.

If you don’t have a bread machine, you will need to knead the dough by hand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While bread is not typically considered a health food, this recipe is relatively low in fat and sugar.
White flour is a refined carbohydrate that can cause blood sugar spikes, so people with diabetes may want to limit their intake or switch to whole grain flour instead.
However, bread can be a good source of complex carbs, fiber, and essential nutrients like B vitamins and iron.

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