Fool-Proof Cheese Bread

35m
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast.
  2. 2Add flour, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to the bowl.
  3. 3Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. 4Add shredded cheese and mix with hands until combined.
  5. 5Lightly grease the bowl, place the dough back in, cover, and let rest in a warm place for about 1.5 hours.
  6. 6Transfer the risen dough to a Dutch oven or other oven-safe pot lined with parchment paper. Shape into a round loaf.
  7. 7Bake, covered, at 450°F for 25 minutes.
  8. 8Remove the lid and bake for another 5 minutes to crisp the top.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups warm water
  • 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 packages garlic powder
  • 2 packages onion powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

large bowlmeasuring cupmeasuring spoonswhisk or spatulaDutch oven or other oven-safe potparchment paperknife