GARDEN HERB BRAID

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My family loves this bread, and I've made it for church dinners, too. In the summer, I like to use fresh herbs from my mom's garden. You can vary the herbs and substitute your favorites. -Martha Smith Orient, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1 loaf. (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon each dried marjoram, thyme, parsley flakes, basil and oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 egg
TOPPING:
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon each dried marjoram, thyme, parsley flakes, basil and oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, salt and herbs. In a saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 4-6 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. , Divide dough into thirds. Shape each portion into a 15-in. rope. Place ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Cover; let rise until doubled, about 20 minutes., Bake 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter. Combine herbs; sprinkle over bread. Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 268mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Chidiebube Ifezue
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This recipe is a must-try!


Gilbert Garcia
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I'm going to make this bread for my next party.


KR YM
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This bread looks so beautiful, I can't wait to try it.


Chris Pickard
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I think I'll add some cheese to this bread next time.


Qirat Abbasi
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I would love to try this recipe with different herbs.


Rased Rrased
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This recipe is a keeper!


sharell joseph
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I'm definitely going to be making this bread again.


Gurash Tamang
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The herbs give this bread a really unique and delicious flavor.


Iqbal Iqbal
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This bread is so soft and fluffy.


Hassib khan Khan
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I've never made a bread braid before, but this recipe made it easy.


Phawu Mpushe
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This bread is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Advens Servers
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I made this braid for a brunch party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Karam Karam
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This recipe is a great way to get kids involved in cooking. They love helping to braid the dough.


Asmila Mohab
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I love the combination of herbs in this recipe. It's so flavorful and aromatic.


GrandpaChikita Montes
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This braid was so easy to make and it looked so impressive when I brought it to the potluck.


Zach McDougal
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great way to use up fresh herbs from the garden.


JR Hasib Ahmed
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This garden herb braid was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.


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