Italian Herb Bread II

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 1 egg
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, oregano)
• ¾ cup warm water

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Stir in the melted butter, egg, Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh herbs.
3. Gradually stir in the warm water until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a few minutes until smooth.
4. Place the dough in the prepared loaf pan and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• This bread is best served warm, right out of the oven.
• It makes a great accompaniment to a variety of Italian dishes.
• It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
• Herbs can be substituted with dried herbs, if desired.