Delicious Homemade Olive Bread Recipe

This olive bread is a perfect combination of soft and chewy bread with the briny and tangy flavors of olive. It's a delightful treat that can be enjoyed on its own, with butter, or as a side to soups and salads. This recipe requires minimal ingredients and is easy to make, even for beginner bakers. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this flavorful olive bread!

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup pitted and chopped black olives
• 1/2 cup pitted and chopped green olives
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Punch down the dough and knead in the chopped olives, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried oregano.
8. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it on a greased baking sheet or into a greased loaf pan.
9. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Bake the olive bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
12. Serve the olive bread as a side or enjoy it on its own!

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