Best 7 Mini Italian Herb Bread Recipes

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Mini Italian Herb Bread: A Journey Through Italian Cuisine. Mini Italian herb bread is a culinary delight that captures the essence of Italian gastronomy. These small, savory loaves are bursting with flavor, thanks to a blend of aromatic herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme. The bread's golden crust is irresistible, while the soft and fluffy interior melts in your mouth. Whether you're enjoying it as an appetizer, a side dish, or as a hearty snack, mini Italian herb bread is sure to impress and tantalize your taste buds. Let's embark on a culinary journey through the creation of this Italian masterpiece.

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ITALIAN HERB BREAD I



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This aromatic bread can be served with dinner, or the dough can be used for pizza.

Provided by Ann Barr

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ cup grated Romano cheese
6 cups bread flour

Steps:

  • Mix yeast, warm water, and white sugar together in a large bowl. Set aside for five minutes, or until mixture becomes foamy.
  • Stir olive oil, salt, herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, cheese, and 3 cups flour into the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the next three cups of flour. Dough will be stiff.
  • Knead dough for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and rubbery. Place in an oiled bowl, and turn to cover the surface of the dough with oil. Cover with a damp linen dish towel. Allow to rise for one hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.
  • Punch dough down to release all the air. Shape into two loaves. Place loaves on a greased cookie sheet, or into two greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise until doubled in size, about a 30 minutes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes. Remove loaves from pan(s), and let cool on wire racks for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 320.9 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

MINI ITALIAN HERB BREAD



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"I like to plan an Italian meal around this delicious bread," writes Mary Schneider of Aurora, Colorado. "I also take several loaves to our charity bake sale, and they're gone in minutes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 loaf (3/4 pound).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup water (80° to 90°)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/3 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2-1/4 teaspoons bread machine or quick-rise yeast

Steps:

  • In a small bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HERBED ITALIAN BREAD



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You're only four ingredients away from a great accompaniment for your next spaghetti dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 loaf (1-pound size) Italian or French bread
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Cut bread diagonally into 1-inch slices.
  • Mix remaining ingredients. Spread butter mixture over one side of cut surfaces of bread; reassemble loaf.
  • Wrap loaf securely in heavy-duty aluminum foil. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg

ITALIAN MINI LOAVES



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Guests will reach for seconds once they sample a slice from one of these fragrant little loaves. "You can also make breadsticks with this dough," suggests Debra Hartze of Zeeland, North Dakota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 3 loaves (4 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 to 2-1/4 cups bread flour
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large egg
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup flour, sugar, yeast, garlic salt, Italian seasoning and parsley. In a saucepan, heat milk, water and 1 tablespoon butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough; beat until smooth. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 15 minutes., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into thirds; shape into loaves. Place in three greased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 25 minutes. , Melt remaining butter; brush over dough. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

ITALIAN HERB BREAD



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Make and share this Italian Herb Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by skat5762

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h35m

Yield 2 loaves, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon dry yeast
2 cups water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sea salt
2 tablespoons fresh basil
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
6 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Mix yeast, warm water and sugar together in a large bowl. Set aside for five minutes, or until mixture becomes foamy.
  • Stir in olive oil, salt, herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, cheese and 3 cups flour into the yeast mixture.
  • Gradually mix in next three cups of flour. (Dough will be stiff). Knead for 5 to 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Place in an oiled bowl, turning to cover sides with oil. Cover with a damp linen towel, or plastic wrap. Let rise for 1 hour, or until dough has doubled.
  • Punch down to release all the air. Shape into two loaves. Place loaves on a greased cookie sheet, or into two 9x5 inch, greased pans.
  • Allow to rise for 1/2 hour again, until doubled in a warm place.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
  • Remove loaves from pans and let cool on wire racks for at least 15 minutes, before slicing.

ITALIAN HERB BREAD FOR THE BREADMAKER



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My husband, formerly a rye bread only man, loves this for his sandwiches. When cubed and toasted this bread makes fabulous croutons as well.

Provided by luvinlif2k

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h15m

Yield 2 lb. loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons granulted sugar
2 tablespoons shortening
3 cups bread flour
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1/3 cup snipped fresh parsley
1 1/4 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/4 teaspoons dried dill
1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/4 teaspoons bread machine yeast

Steps:

  • Measure ingredients into baking pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Put pan into the oven chamber.
  • Select Basic Cycle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1169, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 1844.2, Carbohydrate 220.7, Fiber 15.7, Sugar 21.3, Protein 36.6

ITALIAN HERB BREAD II



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A nice texture and flavor, great with any Italian food. Grill with a little butter and garlic for garlic bread.

Provided by Kathy Kauffman

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅔ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 ¾ cups bread flour
2 teaspoons dry milk powder
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 ½ tablespoons margarine
1 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • Place ingredients in the pan of the bread machine in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Select the Medium Crust and Basic/White Bread settings, and press Start.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 261.9 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, brush the bread with olive oil or butter before baking.
  • To make the bread more flavorful, add a tablespoon of minced garlic or fresh herbs to the dough before baking.
  • If you don't have a bread machine, you can mix and knead the dough by hand. Just be sure to knead it for at least 10 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
  • If you don't have a mini loaf pan, you can bake the bread in a regular loaf pan. Just be sure to reduce the baking time by 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve the bread warm or at room temperature. It is delicious on its own, or you can pair it with your favorite soup or salad.

Conclusion:

Mini Italian Herb Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great addition to any meal, and it is also a great gift. With its crispy crust, flavorful interior, and convenient size, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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