Herb Bread Recipe (with Fresh Herbs & Optional Cheese)

🧂 Ingredients:

• 500g all-purpose flour
• 250–300ml water (adjust as needed)
• 10g active dry yeast (or instant yeast)
• 10g sugar
• 5g salt
• 10g vegetable oil
• 100g fresh herbs (tarragon, dill, parsley, mint and chives– finely chopped)
• Cheese (optional – feta or mozzarella works well)
• Sesame seeds (for topping, optional)

🥣 Instructions Herb Bread:

1. Mix dry ingredients:
   In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and chopped herbs.
2. Add liquids:
   Gradually add water and oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
3. Knead the dough:
   Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes by hand or using a mixer until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
4. First rise:
   Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

      5. Shape and add cheese (optional):
Divide the dough into equal portions. If.        using cheese, place a small piece in the.          center of each portion and shape into.            round, rolls, or your desired forms.

      6. Second rise:
Place shaped dough pieces on a baking.          tray lined with parchment paper. Cover.        and let them rise again for 20–30                      minutes.

7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 180-200°C (350-390°F). Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the Herb Bread if desired and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

        8. Cool and enjoy: Let the herb breads.           cool slightly on a wire rack before                   serving.

✅ Tips:

• Instant yeast can be added directly without proofing.
• These herb breads can also be cooked in a covered skillet or pan on low heat if an oven is not available.
• Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or freeze for longer storage.