Italian Sweet and Savory Bread

Submitted by Marie

"A soft slightly sweet version of Italian bread made into two round loaves and flavored with Italian seasoning."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 2 loaves

ingredients

• Bread Ingredients

• 1 cup warm milk
• 1 lightly beaten egg
• 2 tablespoons soft butter
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast

• Egg Wash and Topping

• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• dried Italian seasoning

directions

1. Place all bread ingredients in bread machine pan according to manufacturer's directions.
2. Select dough cycle and check after 5 minutes of mixing.
3. If needed, add 1 to 2 tablespoons water or flour.
4. When cycle is complete, turn dough onto a floured surface and divide in half.
5. Shape each half into a ball and flatten slightly.
6. Place in two greased 9" round cake pans, cover and let rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
7. Beat egg and water and brush over dough.
8. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
9. Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove from pans and place on wire rack to cool.

Reviews

[Rita1652]

This is a soft, light bread yes more white then Italian. Delish! I expected a crisp crust like an Italian but this was still very good. One loaf I topped with Italian seasoning the other sesame seeds.I aim to make french toast with one loaf! This for a great recipe.