COUNTRY-STYLE WALNUT AND ROSEMARY BREAD

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If you're into making your own bread, try this peasant-type loaf that is very well-suited with Mediterranean meals. A Richard Sax and Marie Simmons recipe. Rising times are not included.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups warm water (105F to 115F)
2 envelopes dry yeast
2 cups all-purpose flour (or more)
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crumbled
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix 2 cups warm water and yeast in large bowl of electric mixer fitted with dough hook; let stand until yeast dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, combine all purpose flour with whole wheat flour, rosemary and salt.
  • Stir 1 tblsp oil into yeast mixture.
  • Gradually add flour mixture and beat until incorporated.
  • Mix on medium speed 10 minutes, adding more all purpose flour if dough is sticky.
  • Turn out dough onto floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 3 minutes.
  • Place dough in lightly-oiled large bowl; turn to coat.
  • Cover with plastic, then kitchen towel.
  • Let dough rise in warm, draft-free area until doubled in volume, about 1 ΒΌ hours.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tblsp oil and garlic in small skillet over medium heat for 1 minute; stir in nuts and pepper.
  • Remove from heat; cool.
  • Discard garlic.
  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Punch dough down; let rest 10 minutes.
  • Roll out dough to 12 inch diameter round.
  • Spread walnut mixture over.
  • Fold dough over walnut mixture; knead 3 minutes to distribute walnuts evenly.
  • Form dough into ball.
  • Place smooth side up on heavy, large baking sheet.
  • Cover with towel; let rise in warm, draft-free area until almost doubled, about 35 minutes.
  • Bake until bread is golden and sounds hollow when tapped on bottom, about 45 minutes.
  • Cool on rack.

Syed Fahad Shah
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The bread is absolutely delicious. The walnuts and rosemary give it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. The bread is also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely recom


Trena Harvey
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This bread is amazing! I've never had walnut bread before, but I'm definitely a fan now. The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The rosemary is a great addition, too. I will definitely be making this bread again.


121 Vines
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! This bread is absolutely delicious. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the walnuts and rosemary add a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this bread again and again.


isuru dananjaya
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I made this bread for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of walnuts and rosemary. The bread was also very easy to make, which is always a bonus.


Aleena Butt
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This bread is delicious! The walnuts and rosemary give it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. The bread is also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new bread to try.


Malak Ehab
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I'm not usually a fan of walnut bread, but this recipe changed my mind. The bread is incredibly moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The rosemary is a great addition, too. I will definitely be making this bread again.


Patrick Mbangula
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or salad, or to simply enjoy on its own. I highly recommend this recipe!


Donna Artis
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This bread is so easy to make and it turned out so well! I was worried that the rosemary would be overpowering, but it was actually very subtle and complemented the walnuts perfectly. The bread was a hit at my brunch party.


Zulkifal Khan
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The bread is absolutely delicious. The walnuts and rosemary give it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. The bread is also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely recom


Ssekulima Kizito
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This bread is amazing! I've never had walnut bread before, but I'm definitely a fan now. The bread is so moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The rosemary is a great addition, too. I will definitely be making this bread again.


Trystan Suriel
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! This bread is absolutely delicious. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the walnuts and rosemary add a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this bread again and again.


Jason Junior
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I made this bread for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of walnuts and rosemary. The bread was also very easy to make, which is always a bonus.


Chayuth Xiong
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This bread is delicious! The walnuts and rosemary give it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. The bread is also very moist and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new bread to try.


Diana Bedassie
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I'm not usually a fan of walnut bread, but this recipe changed my mind. The bread is incredibly moist and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The rosemary is a great addition, too. I will definitely be making this bread again.


Barosano Rostas
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or salad, or to simply enjoy on its own. I highly recommend this recipe!


Joy Ofentse
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This bread is so easy to make and it turned out so well! I was worried that the rosemary would be overpowering, but it was actually very subtle and complemented the walnuts perfectly. The bread was a hit at my brunch party.


Abdullah Jishan
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I'm a big fan of walnut bread, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The bread is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and savory. The rosemary adds a nice touch of sophistication.


Benjamin Okoroafor
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This bread is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. The walnuts add a delightful crunch, while the rosemary infuses the bread with a subtle herbal note. The soft, fluffy interior is the perfect complement to the crispy crust. I will definite