Ingredients for Asiago Cheese Bread Excellent
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Asiago cheese
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- Cooking spray
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How to Make Asiago Cheese Bread Excellent
- In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
- In a separate saucepan, heat 1/2 cup (115g) milk and 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter until the butter is melted and the mixture reaches 120-130°F (49-54°C).
- Add the warm milk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a smooth batter forms.
- Stir in 1 cup (100g) shredded Asiago cheese.
- Gradually add about 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes, either by hand on a lightly floured surface or using a stand mixer with a dough hook, adding more flour as needed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Lightly oil a large bowl. Add the dough, turning to coat. Cover with a clean, damp kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
- Punch down the dough to release the air. Shape into two long, thin loaves.
- Lightly spray two baking sheets with cooking spray, or grease baguette pans.
- Place the loaves on the prepared baking sheets. Cover and let rise again until almost doubled (about 30-45 minutes). Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a sharp serrated knife, slash the tops of the loaves several times.
- Brush the loaves with a lightly beaten egg and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup (25g) shredded Asiago cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
81 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
59g
Carbs
63g
