Flavorful Herb Bread
A fragrant herb bread featuring chives, parsley, and oregano, perfect for brunch or as a flavorful accompaniment to meals, appealing to bread lovers and herb enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons melted bacon fat or butter ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons sugar ⓘ
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt ⓘ
- 1 package active dry yeast ⓘ
- 1/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees) ⓘ
- 1 egg ⓘ
- 1/4 cup chopped chives ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons minced parsley ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon crushed oregano ⓘ
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour ⓘ
Instructions
- Heat milk, melted bacon fat or butter, sugar, and salt; cool to lukewarm.
- Sprinkle yeast over warm water in a large mixing bowl; stir until dissolved. Add milk mixture, egg, chopped chives, minced parsley, and crushed oregano.
- Stir in 2 cups of flour, beating until smooth.
- Add enough additional flour to make a stiff dough.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Place in a greased bowl, turning to grease dough completely.
- Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
Tips & Substitutions
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding garlic powder or rosemary to the dough. If you don't have chives, green onions or shallots can be used instead. If you prefer a dairy-free option, substitute warm almond milk or oat milk for the warm milk, and use vegetable oil instead of bacon fat or butter.
Serving Suggestions
This flavorful herb bread pairs beautifully with soups or salads, making it a great accompaniment for dishes like Pork Chops And Scalloped Potato Casserole. Slice it for sandwiches, or serve it warm with butter as an appetizer. It also makes a delightful addition to a brunch table alongside dishes like Party Bacon Sandwiches.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to three months. To reheat, wrap in foil and warm in a preheated oven at 350°F until heated through, about 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Flavorful Herb Bread contains roughly 813 calories, with 87g protein, 110g carbohydrates, and 20g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (223% of the Daily Value), protein (174% of the Daily Value), and iron (83% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1996mg per serving (87% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do if my yeast doesn’t foam?
If the yeast doesn’t foam after a few minutes in warm water, it may be dead. Check the expiration date on the yeast package or ensure that the water temperature is correct (between 105°F and 115°F). If it's not active, start over with fresh yeast.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).