French Bread With Kalamata Olives and Thyme

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
French Bread With Kalamata Olives and Thyme for a flavor-packed meal
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Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons butter
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup water , room temperature
3/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons active dry yeast ( for do-ahead version ) or 2 teaspoons fast-rising active dry yeast ( for same-day version )
3/4 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives ( about 4 ounces pitted ) or 3/4 cup other brine-cured black olives ( about 4 ounces pitted )
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato
2 garlic cloves , chopped ( or minced )
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons salt
4 cups all-purpose flour ( or more if needed )
olive oil
1 egg white , beaten to blend

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2 loaves
Calories
140 per 1 oz slice
Sugar
1g
Fat
1.5g
French bread is a classic staple of French cuisine and is often associated with warm, crusty bread that is perfect for dipping into soups or sauces. This French Bread With Kalamata Olives and Thyme takes a classic French bread recipe and adds in some Mediterranean flavors thanks to the addition of kalamata olives and sun-dried tomatoes. The dough is made with whole milk and Greek yogurt, making it extra soft and chewy. The addition of fresh thyme adds an herbal note to the bread, making this recipe a flavor-packed winner.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan, heat up the milk, butter, and sugar over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, remove from the heat and let cool.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and Greek yogurt. Add in the yeast and let sit for 5 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.
3.Mix in the cooled milk mixture, chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, thyme, and salt.
4.Gradually add in the flour, stirring until the dough forms and is no longer sticky.
5.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
6.Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7.Divide the dough in half and shape into two long loaves. Place on the prepared baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Let rise for 10-15 minutes.
8.Brush the top of the loaves with beaten egg white and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
9.Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

The combination of kalamata olives, thyme, and sun-dried tomatoes provides a flavor-packed punch to this bread recipe.

It’s perfect for serving alongside pasta dishes, soups, or as a sandwich bread.

CONS

While this recipe is delicious, it does require some time and effort to make from scratch.

It’s not a beginner-level recipe for someone who has never baked bread before.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread recipe contains a good source of fiber, due to the use of whole milk and Greek yogurt in the dough.
The use of olives and sun-dried tomatoes provides some healthy fats and antioxidants to the recipe.

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