Italian Tomato Bread

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast & sugar in the warm water.

2. 2

   Let stand 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add in the pizza sauce, 1/4 cup melted butter, egg, salt, & basil paste.

4. 4

   Stir together.

5. 5

   Then add 2 to 3 cups of flour sifted, stirring until smooth.

6. 6

   Add more flour as needed until it forms a firm dough.

7. 7

   Turn dough out onto a floured surface & knead until elastic.

8. 8

   About 6 minutes.

9. 9

   Place in oiled bowl - turn the dough once to oil top.

10. 10

    Cover with a damp towel & set in a warm place to rise for about 1 1/2 hours.

11. 11

    Punch dough down.

12. 12

    Reshape & transfer into an oiled loaf pan.

13. 13

    Cover again with same towel & allow to rise for 30 more minutes.

14. 14

    Bake at 400F fahrenheit for 20 - 30 minutes or until golden brown - turning the pan half way through the cooking process.

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    Place loaf on a wire rack to cool & brush with some melted butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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