Slow Cooker Herb Bread Recipe

Name: Slow Cooker Herb Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups lukewarm water, divided; 1 (8 g) package active dry yeast; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons cornmeal; 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, approximately; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon milk, approximately

Servings: persons

2 cups lukewarm water, divided
1 (8 g) package active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons cornmeal
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, approximately
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon milk, approximately

1
Preheat slow cooker unit, without the crock, on high.
2
Grease slow crock very well and line the bottom with a greased round of parchment paper.
3
Sprinkle interior of crock with cornmeal.
4
Stir yeast and sugar into 1/2 cup of the water, set in a warm place and let stand for 10 minutes or until very foamy.
5
Place flour in large bowl and mix in the herbs and salt.
6
Make a well in the centre and add the yeast mixture, remaining water and oil.
7
Mix by hand until a ragged dough forms.
8
Knead the dough on a well-floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic (add up to 3/4 cup additional flour as needed to prevent sticking).
9
Place dough in the crock and brush the top with the milk.
10
Let stand in warm place for 5 minutes.
11
Place crock in slow cooker unit, cover and bake on high for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until the dough springs back when lightly pressed on top and the sides of the loaf are browned.
12
Carefully remove crock and place on dry surface (otherwise crock may crack), allow to stand for 5 minutes, turn crock upside down and give it a sharp, quick shake to release loaf.
13
Cool completely before slicing.

580

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 cups lukewarm water, divided, 1 (8 g) package active dry yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 teaspoons cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooker Herb 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.

Slow Cooker Herb Bread

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