MAFALDA SICILIANA

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are often more affordable.

fennel seeds

🥗Healthier: anise seeds

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Anise seeds provide a similar flavor profile.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining moisture.

Mix flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).

Shape the risen dough into a round loaf or baguette.

Sprinkle cornmeal on a baking sheet and place the shaped dough on it.

Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Brush the top with milk and sprinkle with sesame seeds, black pepper, and fennel seeds.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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