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Easy Italian Herb and Cheese Bread Machine Loaf

A freshly baked loaf of Italian herb and cheese bread with a golden, cheesy crust and visible herbs, resting on a wire rack.
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Make a flavorful, savory Italian herb and cheese bread using your bread machine. This recipe yields a perfect sandwich loaf for dinner sides or sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups water, warm (105-115°F)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups bread flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Add the warm water and softened butter to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by your machine’s manual.
  2. Add the bread flour, salt, and sugar on top of the liquids. Create a small well in the flour.
  3. Pour the active dry yeast into the well. Do not let the yeast touch the salt or liquid yet.
  4. Add the dried Italian seasoning and garlic powder to the flour, avoiding the yeast well.
  5. Place 1/4 cup of the shredded Parmesan cheese on top of the flour mixture, away from the yeast.
  6. Select the Basic White Bread cycle (or Sandwich Loaf cycle if available) and press Start.
  7. Wait until the machine signals the kneading is complete, usually around the 1 hour mark for a 1.5 lb loaf.
  8. When the machine signals the end of the kneading cycle, open the lid and gently sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese over the dough. Close the lid immediately. The machine will continue the cycle.
  9. Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine.
  10. Turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use the ‘Basic’ or ‘White Bread’ setting on your machine. If your machine has a ‘Sandwich’ setting, use that.
  • If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, substitute 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder with 1/4 teaspoon of garlic salt, remembering to reduce the added salt by 1/4 teaspoon.
  • Allow the loaf to cool for at least one hour before slicing to prevent a gummy interior.

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