Herb Bread – A Loaf For Bread Dumplings Or Stuffing

Name: Herb Bread – A Loaf For Bread Dumplings Or Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-3/4 cups Unbleached White Flour; 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast; 1 Tablespoon Sugar; 1 teaspoon Celery Seed; 1-1/4 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Coarse Black Pepper; 2 teaspoons Any Combination Of Chopped Fresh Thyme, Sage And/Or Rosemary; 1/2 cups Yellow Onion, Finely Diced; 1/2 cups Yellow Cornmeal; 2 Tablespoons Softened Butter, Plus A Little To Grease A Mixing Bowl And Loaf Pan; 3/4 cups Lukewarm Water

Servings: persons

2-3/4 cups Unbleached White Flour
2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1 teaspoon Celery Seed
1-1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoons Coarse Black Pepper
2 teaspoons Any Combination Of Chopped Fresh Thyme, Sage And/Or Rosemary
1/2 cups Yellow Onion, Finely Diced
1/2 cups Yellow Cornmeal
2 Tablespoons Softened Butter, Plus A Little To Grease A Mixing Bowl And Loaf Pan
3/4 cups Lukewarm Water

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You will also need:
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1. 2 large mixing bowls.
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2. A pastry board.
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3. A 9-inch or 9 1/2-inch loaf pan.
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4. A cotton dishtowel.
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Note: Step-by-step photos on the related link.
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1. Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl and stir them together to form a dough.
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2. Knead the dough by hand in the bowl until it is compact and pliable and no longer sticks to the sides of the bowl.
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3. Transfer the dough to a second mixing bowl that you've greased with a little butter. Let the dough rise, covered with plastic wrap or a dishtowel until doubled in size (2 hours is a good approximation of the time this will take).
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4. Punch it to deflate the dough and turn it out onto a pastry board. Shape the dough into a log and place it in a loaf pan that you've greased with butter.
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5. Cover the loaf loosely with a dishtowel and let it rise until its crown is about 1-inch higher than the rim of the pan.
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6. Towards the end of the second rise, preheat the oven to 350 F. When the loaf is completely risen, bake it for 35-40 minutes, or until it is golden and sounds hollow when tapped.
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7. Remove the loaf from the oven and let it sit in the pan for a few minutes, then loosen its edges from the sides of the pan and turn it out onto a rack to cool.
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8. The cooled loaf may be wrapped and stored in the refrigerator for many days.
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An acknowledgement: This recipe is adapted from one on the King Arthur Flour site.

288

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-3/4 cups Unbleached White Flour, 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast, 1 Tablespoon Sugar, 1 teaspoon Celery Seed, and more.

Yes, Herb Bread – A Loaf For Bread Dumplings Or Stuffing 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!