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Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread (Subway Copycat Recipe) Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 loaves
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread is a delicious Subway copycat recipe that yields four flavorful loaves. Soft, cheesy, and infused with aromatic Italian herbs, it’s perfect for homemade sandwiches or served alongside your favorite Italian dishes. The bread features a tender crumb and a golden crust topped with a blend of Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Colby Jack cheese.

Ingredients

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Dough:

  • 1 Tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 4 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

Topping:

  • 1/4 cup Colby Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Bloom the yeast: Warm the water to a comfortable temperature and stir in the instant yeast and sugar. Allow the mixture to sit for a few minutes until it becomes foamy and yeast is activated.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt thoroughly.
  3. Add wet ingredients: Pour the yeast mixture and vegetable oil into the bowl with the flour mixture.
  4. Knead the dough: Stir together until a dough forms, then knead by hand or with a dough hook for at least 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. First rise: Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  6. Shape the loaves: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 4 equal portions. Shape each into a long roll and place them on a baking sheet. Cover and let rise again until doubled in size.
  7. Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it’s ready for baking.
  8. Prepare rolls for baking: Lightly brush each roll with vegetable oil to help the toppings stick and enhance browning.
  9. Add toppings: Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over each roll.
  10. Bake: Place the rolls in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on top.
  11. Cool and serve: Remove from oven and allow the bread to cool completely before slicing. Fill with your favorite sandwich ingredients or enjoy plain.

Notes

  • Use warm water around 105°F (40°C) for best yeast activation.
  • Kneading is crucial to develop gluten and achieve a soft texture.
  • Letting the dough rise twice creates a lighter, airy bread.
  • If you want a crispier crust, bake a little longer, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • Store leftovers wrapped in foil or airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze for longer storage.
  • You can substitute Colby Jack cheese with mozzarella or cheddar if desired.

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