Avanti's Bread Recipe

Recreate the magic of Peoria's favorite sandwich bread! This sweet and subtly delicious Avanti's-style bread is the perfect base for a classic Italian Gondola (a submarine-style sandwich with salami, ham, American cheese, lettuce, and tomato) or a delightful accompaniment to any pasta dish, from spaghetti to lasagna. Bake your own bakery-quality bread at home with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 265 mins
Calories 1023.2 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 3.5 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avanti's Bread

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How to Make Avanti's Bread

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water (105-115°F), yeast (2 ¼ tsp), and sugar (1 tbsp). Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add salt (1 ½ tsp) and olive oil (2 tbsp) to the yeast mixture. Stir well.
  3. Gradually add flour (4 cups, plus more as needed), mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, adding more flour as needed until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
  7. Shape each half into a long loaf, about 14 inches long.
  8. Place the loaves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Cover the loaves loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  11. Brush the loaves with olive oil or melted butter.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  13. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

168g

Fat

10g

Carbs

67g

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