Three Cheese Twist Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
01 -
1 teaspoon kosher salt
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3/4 cup warm milk
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3 eggs
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
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3 1/2 - 4 cups flour
→ Filling
07 -
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme, sage)
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1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
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2 cloves minced garlic
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1 cup shredded or cubed mozzarella
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
# Instructions:
01 -
In a bowl, combine the milk, yeast, and honey, then let sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add eggs, salt, and 3 1/2 cups of flour. Use a dough hook to mix until smooth, tossing in more flour if it feels too sticky.
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Cover the dough and let it sit at room temperature for an hour or until it doubles in size.
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Mix the mozzarella, cheddar, parmesan, garlic, and Italian herbs in a bowl.
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Stretch the dough into a rectangle about 12x18 inches. Spread the cheese-herb mixture evenly across it. Roll it tightly into a log, slice it lengthwise, twist the halves together, and shape it into a circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Let the twisted loaf sit covered for 15 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes until golden and crusty.
# Notes:
01 -
Best served warm so the cheese stays gooey.
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Dried herbs can be used, but cut the amount in half for stronger flavor.