Homemade Bread with Red Pepper Spread
Elevate your bread-making game with this Homemade Bread with Red Pepper Spread recipe—a match made in culinary heaven! This delightful pairing begins with a perfectly golden loaf of soft, homemade bread, crafted with a simple mix of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and yeast. After kneading and baking to perfection, the bread is paired with a vibrant, smoky red pepper spread that’s bursting with flavor. Made from roasted red bell peppers, garlic, fresh basil, and a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness, this spread is irresistibly creamy and packed with depth from paprika. Ideal for casual snacks, appetizer platters, or as the centerpiece of a Mediterranean-inspired meal, this recipe promises to stun your taste buds while filling your kitchen with an inviting aroma. Easy-to-follow and guaranteed to impress, it’s a must-try for bread enthusiasts and dip lovers alike!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 7 grams active dry yeast
- 10 grams sugar
- 10 grams salt
- 300 milliliters warm water
- 30 milliliters olive oil
- 3 medium red bell peppers
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 15 milliliters lemon juice
- 5 grams paprika
- 2 grams black pepper
- 10 grams fresh basil leaves
- 3 grams salt
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine 500 grams of all-purpose flour, 7 grams of active dry yeast, and 10 grams of sugar.
Step 2
Dissolve 10 grams of salt in 300 milliliters of warm water, then pour the water into the flour mixture.
Step 3
Add 30 milliliters of olive oil to the mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms, about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
Step 5
Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 6
Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it on the prepared baking tray. Let it rise for another 20 minutes.
Step 7
Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Step 8
To make the red pepper spread, preheat the oven broiler.
Step 9
Place 3 medium red bell peppers on a baking sheet and broil, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and blistered, about 15 minutes.
Step 10
Transfer the roasted peppers to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 5 minutes. Peel off the skin, and remove the seeds and stems.
Step 11
In a food processor, combine the roasted peppers, 2 garlic cloves, 15 milliliters of lemon juice, 5 grams of paprika, 2 grams of black pepper, and 3 grams of salt.
Step 12
Pulse until smooth, then add 10 grams of fresh basil leaves and pulse a few times to combine.
Step 13
Serve slices of the warm bread with the red pepper spread on the side for dipping or spreading.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1257.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2283.2 |
| Total Fat 35.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5143.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 422.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.6g | |
| Protein 59.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1649.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories