Herb Parmesan Bread

Name: Herb Parmesan Bread
Ingredients: 1 loaf (1 lb.) frozen bread dough; 2 Tbsp. melted margarine, divided; 1/3 c. + 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 3/4 tsp. crushed basil, oregano, thyme or dill weed

4 ingredients

15 steps

Ingredients

1 loaf (1 lb.) frozen bread dough
2 Tbsp. melted margarine, divided
1/3 c. + 1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3/4 tsp. crushed basil, oregano, thyme or dill weed

Directions

1

Brush frozen loaf with 1 tablespoon margarine.
2

Cover.
3

Thaw at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours or in refrigerator 6 to 10 hours.
4

Sprinkle loaf with 1/3 cup cheese.
5

Knead until well blended.
6

Cut dough into thirds.
7

On lightly floured surface, roll each third into a 25-inch rope.
8

Braid ropes together.
9

Invert a 10 ounce custard cup on a greased baking sheet, grease cup.
10

Shape braid into wreath around cup.
11

Pinch ends together to seal.
12

Brush with remaining margarine.
13

Sprinkle with remaining cheese and basil.
14

Let rise 35 to 45 minutes until doubled.
15

Bake in preheated 375° oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and done. Remove to rack and cool.