Best 2 St Josephs Day Bread Crumbs Recipes

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St. Joseph's Day Bread Crumbs is a traditional Italian-American dish typically served on March 19th, the feast day of St. Joseph. This dish is made with a combination of bread crumbs, eggs, cheese, and herbs, and is often served with a tomato sauce or broth. The bread crumbs are typically made from stale bread that has been dried out and then grated or crumbled. The eggs and cheese bind the bread crumbs together, and the herbs add flavor and aroma. St. Joseph's Day Bread Crumbs is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ST. JOSEPH'S DAY BREAD



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Posted by request. This bread is usually made once a year to celebrate St. Joseph's Day (March 19th). Prep time includes all kneading/rising time (approx. 2 1/2 hours).

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h55m

Yield 2 braided loaves

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups water (not hot)
2 (2 ounce) packages active dry yeast
2 tablespoons shortening
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cooking oil
2 teaspoons salt
4 -4 1/2 cups flour
1 beaten egg
1/4 cup sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the water, yeast, shortening, sugar, oil and salt.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large mixer bowl, put 2 1/2 cups of the flour, add liquid (yeast) mixture.
  • Beat by hand or on low speed of electric mixer until all ingredients are well blended.
  • Stir in as much of the remaining flour as you can mix in with a spoon.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead in enough of the remaining flour to make a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic (about 6-8 minutes of kneading).
  • Shape dough into a ball and place it into a lightly greased bowl.
  • Turn dough once to grease all surfaces.
  • Cover the bowl, and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled (about 40-60 minutes).
  • Punch down dough, and divide it into 6 equal pieces.
  • Cover it and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • Roll each piece (by hand) into a 12 inch long rope.
  • Using 3 ropes for each loaf, braid the dough and secure the ends of the braid by tucking the ends underneath.
  • Place the braids on greased baking sheets.
  • Cover the braids, and let rise until nearly doubled (about 30-45 minutes).
  • Brush top and sides of loaves with the beaten egg.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Bake in a 400°F oven for 25 minutes, or until bread tests done and is golden brown.
  • Remove from baking sheet and cool on wire rack.

ST. JOSEPH'S DAY BREAD CRUMBS



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These bread crumbs are to be served sprinkled on top of St. Joseph's Day Sicilian Pasta con Sarde instead of grated cheese.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     European

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups unseasoned breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Toast bread crumbs in olive oil in a frying pan over low heat until lightly browned~NOTE~ Make sure you stir constantly to prevent burning!
  • Remove from heat and add sugar.
  • Sprinkle over cooked spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.7, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 197.7, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • Use stale bread for the best results. Stale bread will absorb more of the egg mixture and will result in a crispier breadcrumb.
  • If you don't have stale bread, you can dry out fresh bread by cubing it and spreading it on a baking sheet in a warm oven for 10-15 minutes.
  • You can use any type of bread to make breadcrumbs, but Italian bread, French bread, or sourdough bread are all good choices.
  • Be sure to remove the crusts from the bread before cubing it. The crusts will not absorb the egg mixture as well as the rest of the bread and can result in a gritty texture.
  • You can use a food processor or a blender to make breadcrumbs. If you are using a food processor, be sure to pulse the bread in short bursts so that you don't end up with a fine powder.
  • To make seasoned breadcrumbs, add your favorite herbs, spices, or grated cheese to the breadcrumb mixture before baking.
  • Store breadcrumbs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Breadcrumbs are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They can be used to add texture and flavor to casseroles, meatloaf, and meatballs. They can also be used as a topping for baked dishes or as a coating for fried foods. With so many different ways to use them, breadcrumbs are a must-have ingredient in any kitchen.

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