Olive Bacon Cheese Bread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup warm water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 cups plain flour
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2 1/4 teaspoons dry yeast
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1/2 cup roughly chopped green or Kalamata olives
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1 cup crumbled bacon
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
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1 beaten egg
# Instructions:
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Mix together salt, sugar, yeast, and flour in a big bowl. Pour in the olive oil and warm water, stirring everything until it just holds together as dough.
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Plop the dough onto a surface dusted with flour. Knead for 8-10 minutes until it’s stretchy and smooth. If it’s sticking, toss in more flour bit by bit.
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Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and leave it somewhere warm for around an hour. It should puff up and double in size.
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Give the risen dough a quick punch to release air bubbles. Knead in the bacon, cheddar, rosemary, and olives until evenly spread out.
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Roll the dough into a loaf shape and place it in a greased bread pan, or shape it rustic on a baking sheet. Cover it and let it rest for another 30 minutes.
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Get your oven going at 375°F (190°C).
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Use the beaten egg to paint the top of the dough. This will make the crust shiny and golden.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when tapping the bottom makes a hollow sound and the crust is golden.
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Place the loaf on a wire rack and let it sit until it's cool enough to cut.