Caesar Salad Crusty Bread for Cold Wintry Evening

Name: Caesar Salad Crusty Bread for Cold Wintry Evening
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: olive oil; panko breadcrumbs (optional) or semolina (optional); 1 ½ cups warm water (100-110*F); 2 tablespoons fast rise yeast; ¼ cup olive oil; 4 teaspoons sugar; 2 ½ teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon seasoning salt (we use *Spike*); 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 5 -6 cups flour; ½ cup mayonnaise (no substitutes); 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or pressed); 1 tablespoon parsley (dry, 2 T if fresh); 1 large egg; 1 pinch sugar; 1 pinch salt; parmesan cheese; mozzarella cheese; garlic powder; salt & pepper (for dusting over the top); olive oil, for drizzling

Servings: persons

olive oil
panko breadcrumbs (optional) or semolina (optional)
1 ½ cups warm water (100-110*F)
2 tablespoons fast rise yeast
¼ cup olive oil
4 teaspoons sugar
2 ½ teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon seasoning salt (we use *Spike*)
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
5 -6 cups flour
½ cup mayonnaise (no substitutes)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon minced garlic (or pressed)
1 tablespoon parsley (dry, 2 T if fresh)
1 large egg
1 pinch sugar
1 pinch salt
parmesan cheese
mozzarella cheese
garlic powder
salt & pepper (for dusting over the top)
olive oil, for drizzling

1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; drizzle olive oil in a 10-inch springform or round cake-pan; sprinkle with panko or semolina (OPTIONAL); set aside.
2
FOR DOUGH: whisk water and yeast together in mixing bowl; let stand 2-3 minutes (dissolve the yeast).
3
Briskly whisk remaining ingredients EXCEPT for the flour--use only 3-4 cups of the flour at this point; mix and then knead with dough hook on lowest speed of mixer for 5-8 minutes, sprinkling in more flour to form a soft dough.
4
Remove hook, then spray dough with cooking spray; cover mixer with large sheet of plastic wrap (or clean garbage bag); let dough rise 45-60 minutes--doubled in size.
5
FOR FILLING: mix all ingredients until well blended; set aside.
6
BACK TO THE DOUGH: turn out doubled-dough onto lightly floured work surface, gently deflate (punch down); pat or roll into a large oblong, about 1/2-inch thick.
7
If the dough retracts, let it REST for a minute or two.
8
Then spread filling to within a half-inch of the edges, roll up snugly.
9
Transfer to prepared pan, shape into a large circle, pinch ends together.
10
FINISHING TOUCHES: Whisk egg and pinch of sugar and salt in a small bowl; brush on dough, then sprinkle cheese, power, s & p; drizzle with additional olive oil.
11
Cover loosely with plastic; rise until doubled again, 45-60 minutes.
12
Preheat the oven to 375.
13
Bake 20 minutes (set the timer); reduce temp to 350; continue baking another 20-30 minutes (top will be browned, cheese melted).
14
Cool slightly then cut into pieces.
15
Dip into soup, chili or stew for ultimate satisfaction!

1240

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: olive oil, panko breadcrumbs (optional) or semolina (optional), 1 ½ cups warm water (100-110*F), 2 tablespoons fast rise yeast, and more.

Yes, Caesar Salad Crusty Bread for Cold Wintry Evening falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!