Basil & Red Capsicum Pugliese

1. 1

   Mix together the 1.5 kg flour, yeast, salt and sugar.

2. 2

   Add the basil, roasted capsicum, lukewarm water and oil.

3. 3

   Mix well and then knead to form a softish dough, adding a little more water if needed.

4. 4

   Then knead the dough on a lightly floured workbench.

5. 5

   Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm spot to rise for about 2 1/2 hours or until it has doubled in size.

6. 6

   Turn the dough out onto a floured workbench and divide it in half.

7. 7

   Form the into loaves and place them on a lightly oiled oven tray.

8. 8

   Brush them with water and set them aside for about another hour, or until they have increased in size by about 50%.

9. 9

   Preheat the oven to 200C.

10. 10

    Then brush the loaves with water, sprinkle with a little flour and cook in the oven for about 45 mins (until they sound hollow when you tap the bottom of the loaf).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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