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Vegetarian Nut-Free Pull Apart Cheesy Pesto Bread

Recipe

Pull Apart Cheesy Pesto Bread

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Ingredients

  • strong bread flour2 cup
  • salt½ teaspoon
  • yeast1 teaspoon
  • warm water⅔ cup
  • extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon
  • pesto5¼ oz
  • shredded cheddar cheese¼ cup
  • shredded mozzarella cheese¼ cup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine the flour, salt, and yeast together, then form a well in the centre.

  2. 2

    Add the water and 1 teaspoon of the olive oil and stir until the mixture holds together.

  3. 3

    Turn onto a floured surface and knead for 7-10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Put the dough into a bowl greased with olive oil, cover with cling film, and allow to rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

  5. 5

    Knead the dough again for another minute or so, then form the mixture into 18 even-sized balls.

  6. 6

    Coat each dough ball in a generous helping of pesto.

  7. 7

    Place the dough balls into a large cake tin, cover and rise for another hour.

  8. 8

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C.) Cover the dough balls with the cheddar and mozzarella.

  9. 9

    Bake for 20-25 minutes.

  10. 10

    Enjoy!

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Nutrition (per serving · serves 2)

1362calories
43gProtein
114gCarbs
82gFat
Fiber4g
Sugar1g

Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.