Pesto Bread Machine Bread
Fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked *Pesto Bread Machine Bread*—a sophisticated twist on classic homemade bread. This recipe effortlessly combines a hint of vibrant basil pesto with the ease of a bread machine, delivering a soft, flavorful loaf in just a few simple steps. Featuring pantry staples like olive oil, all-purpose flour, and a touch of sugar, this bread boasts a subtly herby undertone that perfectly complements everything from soups to hearty sandwiches. With just 5 minutes of prep time, your bread machine does all the hard work, offering customizable crust settings and hands-off convenience. Whether you're a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, this foolproof recipe guarantees a warm, golden loaf bursting with Italian-inspired flavor, perfect for any meal or occasion.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Basil pesto
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Dry active yeast
Directions
Step 1
Add the water, olive oil, and basil pesto to the bread machine pan.
Step 2
Sprinkle the salt and sugar into the liquid mixture.
Step 3
Add the flour, ensuring it covers the liquid completely.
Step 4
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the dry active yeast, ensuring it does not touch the liquid.
Step 5
Secure the bread machine pan into the machine and close the lid.
Step 6
Set the bread machine to the basic or white bread setting, choose your crust preference (light, medium, or dark), and start the machine.
Step 7
Allow the bread machine to complete its cycle, which typically includes kneading, rising, and baking, lasting around 3 hours and 50 minutes for most machines.
Step 8
Once the bread is baked, carefully remove the pan using oven mitts and turn the loaf out onto a cooling rack.
Step 9
Let the bread cool completely before slicing, around 30 minutes, to ensure the texture is set.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (668.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1704.0 |
| Total Fat 38.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 3.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2474.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 291.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.1g | |
| Protein 41.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 120.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 599.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories