SWIRLED HERB BREAD

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The spiral filling in this savory bread makes it an impressive addition to menus. When serving it with spaghetti or lasagna, try sprinkling a little Parmesan cheese on top.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup 2% milk
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
FILLING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dill weed
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, yeast, salt and sugar. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, water and butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky). , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine filling ingredients; set aside., Punch down dough; divide in half. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll each portion into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Spread filling over each to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a short side; pinch seams to seal and tuck ends under. , Place seam side down in two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until browned. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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