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Garden Herb Loaf

SUBMITTED BY: Theresa Malone PHOTO BY: WILLOWSCHNELL

"This bread draws raves whenever I make it! It is a family favorite!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 84 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  25 Min
COOK TIME  35 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 50 Min
Original recipe yield 1 large round loaf

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 (.25 ounce) packages instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

DIRECTIONS

  1. In large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, undissolved yeast, salt, and herbs.
  2. Heat milk, water, and 1/4 cup butter until very warm (120-130 degrees F); stir into dry ingredients. Stir in egg and enough remaining flour to make soft dough.
  3. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 4-6 minutes. Cover; let rest on floured surface 10 minutes.
  4. Divide dough into 3 equal pieces. Roll each piece to 30 inch rope. Braid ropes; pinch ends to seal. Tie knot in center of braid; wrap ends around knot, in opposite directions, and tuck under to make round loaf. Place on greased baking sheet. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubles in size, about 20 to 40 minutes.
  5. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for about 30 to 35 minutes or until done, covering with foil during last 10 minutes of baking to prevent excess browning. Melt remaining butter; brush over loaf. Sprinkle with additional herbs, if desired. Remove from sheet; let cool on wire rack.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 17, 2003 by Flaquita
I've made this recipe many times and it's delicious. My family always request that I make... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 6, 2003 by PhantomMoon
I make this with fresh herbs and it's always a hit. People request it every time there's a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2004 by LIZFOLLE
Fabulous recipe. The second time I used fresh herbs (rosemary, basil, and oregano) and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by ROBINV
This was yummy! I made one loaf, and forgot to cover it with aluminum foil. Since I was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by KRPARK
I have tried to make home made bread in the past and every time it came out terrible. This is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by SKOONUS
This was good and easy. I will make this again and change the herb combo and add garlic and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by MAGOO_M_W
Great bread. I added extra spices and shredded cheddar cheese. Will make this again and again. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by BATMANCAN
rather tasty, and quite simple. i would add 1/8-1/4 teaspoon of additional spices to the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by CASSIEMAE21
Yum Loved it so easy to make and quick I also tried using fresh herbs that was almost... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by ELENI42
I've made this a number of times now. My family absolutely loves it. It's very easy to make... MORE

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