Best 4 Easy Cottage Bread Recipes

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In the realm of homemade culinary delights, where rustic charm meets an effortless baking experience, there lies a recipe that truly stands out: easy cottage bread. This delectable treat embodies the essence of simplicity, offering a delightful journey for bakers of all skill levels. With a few pantry staples and a sprinkle of love, you can embark on a culinary adventure that will transport your senses to a cozy cottage in the countryside. As you knead the soft dough, the aroma of freshly baked bread will fill the air, creating an irresistible invitation to savor each bite. Prepare to indulge your taste buds with this easy cottage bread recipe, a symphony of flavors that will leave an unforgettable impression on your palate.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

COTTAGE CHEESE BREAD



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just a little something different. prep time doesn't include rising time. In the directions I didn't specify kneading. there are 2 schools of thought on this subject. I leave that up to your personal preference. I knead this type of bread but i've know people who don't. As long as the bread gets a good double in size rise you should have good results. You can either use dried herbs or fresh. I prefer fresh but have had good results with the dried. Just remember dried herbs tend to have a more concentrated flavor so you may what to cut back on the amount a bit if using dried herbs.

Provided by chefmick

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 ounce dry active yeast
1/4 cup warm water
2 teaspoons chives, minced
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1 cup cottage cheese, small curd
2 tablespoons sugar
1 egg
2 -3 cups flour, sifted

Steps:

  • soften yeast in warm water.
  • bring butter, cheese and egg to room temperature mix all ingredients except flour. add yeast to this mixture and mix well.
  • gradually add enough flour to make a firm dough.
  • cover and let rise 1 hr or until doubled.
  • punch down and put in a well buttered 1 1/2 qt casserole. cover and let rise 30 minutes.
  • bake at 350 degrees F for about 40 minutes.
  • turn out and brush with butter and sprinkle with coarse salt. serve warm or cold.

TRADITIONAL COTTAGE LOAF - OLD FASHIONED RUSTIC ENGLISH BREAD



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Just the shape of this traditional loaf of bread is reminiscent of ploughman's lunches and warm cottage kitchens! A delightfully shaped loaf of bread, which represents all that is rustic and rural in Britain, but especially England. This bread keeps well and makes lovely, if odd shaped sandwiches! Cut the loaf into wedges and serve with freshly churned butter and a hunk of mature Cheddar cheese, maybe with a pickled onion or two. Quintessential British bread at its best. This reminds me of baking days in my grandmothers' old cottage, sitting in her warm and cosy kitchen; she would have baked this in her wood burning Aga stove, as I sometimes do in the winter when my Godin wood burning stove is working. I often leave the first batch of dough to prove and rise overnight - leave it in a cool but NOT cold place, and then continue shaping and proving it next morning. We used to call this wooden spoon bread when we were little, as you push a wooden spoon down through the two loaves to stick them together before baking! Preparation time includes the proving of the dough - but NOT the overnight method!

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 1 Large Cottage Loaf, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

500 g strong white bread flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon caster sugar
2 teaspoons fast-rising active dry yeast or 1 ounce fresh yeast
325 ml tepid milk, and water mixed
1 egg
salt, for glaze

Steps:

  • Sift flour and salt into a bowl, stir in sugar and yeast. Make a well in the centre, stir in the tepid milk and water to make the dough. (If using fresh yeast - put the yeast in a jug with a little of the milk and water mixture, and allow it to dissolve and become frothy - mixing thoroughly, then add it to the flour.).
  • Tip the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 to 15 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Put the dough in a large, clean, oiled bowl. Cover with oiled clingfilm and leave in a warm place until it has doubled in size.Then knead the dough for 1 minute and divide it into two-thirds and a third. Shape the pieces into rounds. Cover them and leave for 5 minutes.
  • Put the smaller round on top of the larger one. Push a floured wooden spoon (or your fingers) through the centre of both rounds, to join them together. Take a very sharp knife and make cuts all around the top round and the bottom round - see my photos. Put the cottage loaf on a lightly floured baking tray, cover and leave for about 45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size. Meanwhile preheat the oven to 220C/440F/Gas 7.
  • Beat the egg with a tablespoon of water and a pinch of salt. Brush the glaze over the cottage loaf and bake for about 35 to 45 minutes, until dark golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped beneath.
  • Cool before slicing. Delicious served with butter, jam, cheese, cold meats or make sandwiches or toast for picnics and breakfast!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.1, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 42.6, Sodium 815.1, Carbohydrate 67.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1, Protein 11.9

COTTAGE CHEESE BREAD I



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This is a hearty white bread I put in my bread machine, and the kids just love it. I have used non-fat cottage cheese also.

Provided by Dara Cole

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     White Bread Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup water
1 cup cottage cheese
2 tablespoons margarine
1 egg
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups bread flour
2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Add the ingredients to your bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer, and start. You can use up to 1/2 cup more bread flour if the dough seems too sticky.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 323.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

COTTAGE CHEESE BREAD II



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Has a texture like angel food cake.

Provided by Kathy Nowell

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 cup cottage cheese, room temperature
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 ¾ teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Add the ingredients to the pan of your bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer, and Start. You can use more bread flour if the dough seems too sticky.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 302.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips for Making Cottage Bread:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh yeast, milk, and eggs will give your cottage bread the best flavor and texture.
  • Proof the yeast: Proofing the yeast before adding it to the dough ensures that it is active and will help your bread rise properly.
  • Knead the dough well: Kneading the dough develops the gluten in the flour, which gives bread its structure and elasticity.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough should rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
  • Bake the bread in a preheated oven: This will help the bread to rise evenly and develop a golden brown crust.

Conclusion:

Cottage bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be customized with a variety of different ingredients. Whether you are a beginner baker or an experienced pro, cottage bread is a great option for your next baking project.

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