"Italian Bread". This is a versatile recipe that makes a lovely loaf of bread. It can also be made into rolls instead of loaves, and the addition of roasted garlic or spices makes it a wonderful taste treat. Italian bread - like pasta - is a kind of religion for Italians. "Italian Bread"

You can cook "Italian Bread" using 8 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you cook that.

Ingredients of "Italian Bread"
  1. You need 2 1/2 cup of very warm water.
  2. You need 2 of env. active dry yeast.
  3. It’s 2 tsp of salt.
  4. It’s 1/4 cup of sugar.
  5. Prepare 1/4 cup of olive oil.
  6. It’s 7 cup of all-purpose flour.
  7. Prepare 1 of egg whites.
  8. It’s 1 tbsp of cold water.

Times don't include rising and cooling times. Italian bread is super soft and absorbent, making it perfect for soaking up sauces. Unlike French bread, which tends to be sweet, Italian bread often has a savory taste that adds to its versatility. In a large bowl or bowl of a stand mixer, combine yeast, sugar and warm water.

"Italian Bread" instructions

  1. Heat 2 -1/2 c. Water until very warm about 110-115° .Dissolve yeast in very warm water in large bowl..

  2. Add salt, sugar & oil; stir very well. Add flour mix well. Shape dough into a ball & place in a well greased bowl. Turning to coat top. Cover & let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. Or until doubled..

  3. Divide dough into 3 equal parts. Shape into loaves. Place crosswise in a greased baking sheet that has been sprinkled with cornmeal. ( I used parchment paper) ..

  4. Cover & let rise 30 min. Make 4 digonal slices in top loafs. Bake 400° for 25 to 30 min..

  5. Combine egg-white & 1 TBSP. Water in small bowl. Whisk well & brush on top of loaves. Bake 5 more min. Makes 3 loaves..

To make the starter: Mix the starter ingredients in a small bowl, cover, and let rest at room temperature overnight. Combine the starter and the remainder of the dough ingredients. Originating along the Tuscan coast, this pizza-like flatbread is made from a batter consisting of water, olive oil, and chickpea flour. Sea salt, black pepper, and rosemary are often used to season each thin, crisp pancake. Cecina and Farinata are virtually identical.