Basil Beer Bread

Hands-On Time

0h10m

Total Time

1h05m

Ingredients

 olive oil for the baking sheet

• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4-ounce package active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Parmesan
• 1 12-ounce bottle beer, preferably ale
• flour for the work surface
• 1 cup chopped or torn fresh basil

Directions

 Heat oven to 400° F. Oil a baking sheet. In the bowl of a standing mixer on low, or in a large bowl using a spoon, combine the flour, yeast, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.

• 2Add the beer and mix just until the dough comes together. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle with the basil and knead gently just until incorporated. Shape the dough into a round loaf and transfer to the prepared sheet.
• 3Bake until the loaf is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Turn the loaf onto a wire rack. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.This is way yummy!!  It tastes like those breads you get at Macaroni Grill or some other italian place that gives you free bread to dip in olive oil and toasted garlic.  YUM!