Chewy Italian Bread Recipe

Name: Chewy Italian Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages dry yeast; 1/3 cup warm water (105u00b0 to 115u00b0); 2 tablespoons sugar, divided; 7 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 2 cups skim milk; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons salt; Vegetable cooking spray; 2 teaspoons water; 1 egg white, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon poppy seeds or sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 packages dry yeast
1/3 cup warm water (105u00b0 to 115u00b0)
2 tablespoons sugar, divided
7 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups skim milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
Vegetable cooking spray
2 teaspoons water
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon poppy seeds or sesame seeds

1
Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large bowl. Add 1 teaspoon sugar; let stand 5 minutes. Add remaining 5 teaspoons sugar, 4 1/2 cups flour, milk, oil, and salt; beat at medium speed of a mixer until smooth. Stir in 2 cups flour to form a soft dough. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes); add enough of remaining flour, one tablespoon at a time, to prevent dough from sticking to hands.
2
Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85u00b0), free from drafts, 45 minutes or until doubled in bulk. Punch dough down, and divide in half. Working with 1 portion at a time (cover remaining dough to keep from drying out), roll each portion into a 14 x 10-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Roll up each rectangle tightly, starting with a long edge, pressing firmly to eliminate air pockets; pinch seam and ends to seal. Place rolls, seam side down, on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk.
3
Uncover dough; using a sharp knife, make 4 diagonal cuts 1/4 inch deep across tops of loaves. Combine 2 teaspoons water and egg white; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake at 375u00b0 for 30 minutes or until loaves sound hollow when tapped. Remove from pan; let cool on wire racks.

960

kcal

Calories

Fat

174

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages dry yeast, 1/3 cup warm water (105u00b0 to 115u00b0), 2 tablespoons sugar, divided, 7 cups all-purpose flour, divided, and more.

Yes, Chewy Italian Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chewy Italian Bread

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