ONION & OLIVE BREAD

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This a great rustic loaf that pares well with wine and cheese. Toss in some fruit and a good book.................................... Prep time includes rise time.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 4h

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon dry active yeast
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup water
4 1/2 cups unbleached flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup pitted black olives, sliced (Kalmata if you can)
1 medium red onion, diced
1 -2 tablespoon cornmeal
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl combine the yeast, sugar and 1/4 cup warm water.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl combine the flour and salt.
  • Give it a quick mix and add the oil, olives, onions along with the remaining 3/4 cup water.
  • Mix until dough is evenly blended, around 3 minutes or so.
  • Turn out onto a lightly floured board and kneed for 10 minutes.
  • Place dough in a well oiled bowl, turn once and cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel and place in a warm spot until doubled, around 2 hours.
  • Sprinkle a pizza pan with the corn meal.
  • Punch down the bread dough, shape into a round shape, cover with a towel and let rise for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Bake bread for 15 minutes at 400 degrees then reduce heat to 375 degrees.
  • Bake until bread sounds hollow when tapped on bottom and top is a golden brown color.
  • Brush with melted butter, top with shredded cheddar and bake for 5-7 minutes more.
  • Remove and let cool on a rack.

Doris Lamptey
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This bread is amazing! It's the perfect combination of savory and sweet. I love the crispy crust and the soft, fluffy interior.


Lusinda Pieterse
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I'm a huge fan of onion olive bread and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The bread is so flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Khusbu Aalam
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This bread is a must-try! It's so delicious and versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, toast, and even as a side dish. It's always a hit.


Md alimul Hassna
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I made this bread for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Harold Young
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This bread is the perfect combination of savory and sweet. The onions and olives add a nice depth of flavor, and the bread is perfectly moist and fluffy. I love it!


Alpita islam
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the bread turned out perfectly. It's so delicious and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sinomenzi Alwande
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This bread is a winner! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.


Heidy Santibanex
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The bread is absolutely delicious! The onion and olive flavors are perfectly balanced and the bread is so soft and fluffy.


Free fire Khan
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This bread is a keeper! It's so delicious and easy to make. I've already shared the recipe with all my friends.


Junoon If
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I've made this bread several times now and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and can be used for sandwiches, toast, or just as a snack. I highly recommend it!


Sandra Fisher
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This bread is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the crispy crust and the soft, fluffy interior. The onion and olive flavors are a perfect combination.


4_7 t_o_f_a_n
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bread turned out perfectly. It's so delicious and flavorful. I can't wait to make it again.


basem duqmaq
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This bread is amazing! It's so soft and fluffy, and the onion and olive flavors are perfect together. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Funny chinioti
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I'm not a huge fan of onions, but this bread was surprisingly delicious. The olives added a nice touch of saltiness and the bread was perfectly moist. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tylen Thomas
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This bread is so good! I love the combination of onions and olives. It's perfect for a quick and easy snack or meal.


Nicole Marune
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I've tried many onion olive bread recipes, but this one is by far the best. The bread is light and airy, with a perfect balance of onion and olive flavors. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just eating on its own.


Jerry Helem
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Easy to follow recipe and the bread turned out amazing! It's so flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Yeamin Munna
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This onion olive bread is divine! The aroma while baking was heavenly and the taste is out of this world. The crust is perfectly crispy and the inside is soft and fluffy. I added some fresh herbs from my garden and it took the flavor to a whole new l