Italian Bread Using a Bread Machine

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Homemade Italian Bread Using a Bread Machine
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Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 1/3 cups warm water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 ( .25 ounce ) package active dry yeast
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons cornmeal

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
180
Sugar
1g
Fat
1g
This homemade Italian bread is a quick and easy recipe, perfect for any home cook craving a taste of Italy. The bread machine does most of the heavy lifting, leaving you with a beautiful loaf of fresh bread in just a few hours. The outside of the bread is crispy, while the inside is soft and chewy, perfect for dipping into olive oil or using to make sandwiches. Serve alongside your favorite Italian meal, or enjoy it on its own with butter and jam for a tasty breakfast treat.

Instructions

1.Add flour, brown sugar, warm water, salt, olive oil, and active dry yeast to the bread pan in the order listed.
2.Select the dough cycle and press start.
3.Once the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the bread pan and place it onto a floured surface.
4.Punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf.
5.Transfer the loaf to a baking sheet that has been dusted with cornmeal.
6.Cover the loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise for 30 minutes.
7.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
8.Combine the egg and water to make an egg wash.
9.Brush the egg wash over the loaf of bread.
10.Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
11.Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

PROS

This Italian bread is quick and easy to make with the help of a bread machine.

The inside of the bread is soft and chewy, while the outside has a crisp crust.

Pairs perfectly with any Italian-inspired meal.

CONS

The bread machine does most of the work, so there is limited room for personal touches.

Requires a bread machine, which can be a pricy investment.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Italian bread made using a bread machine does not have many health benefits, but it will satisfy your carb cravings.
If made with whole wheat flour, it can be a good source of fiber.

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