ITALIAN BREAD | EASY RECIPE

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has healthy fats while being cost-effective.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

Mix warm water and sugar in a bowl; sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a loaf or round shape.

Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal.

Cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes until puffed.

Make shallow slashes on the top of the dough with a sharp knife.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter if desired; let cool before slicing.

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