Peppery Parmesan Bread Recipes

HOMEMADE PEPPER PARMESAN BREAD

Steps:

• Place ingredients in bread machine pan according to the order suggested by the manufacturer.
• Select basic bread cycle.
• makes 1 1/2 lb.

PEPPERY PARMESAN ORZO

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onions and chile flakes and cook until the onions soften, about 3 minutes. Add the orzo and white wine and cook until the wine is absorbed, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, some salt and pepper and 2 cups water and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, until the orzo is tender and cooked through, about 20 minutes.
• Stir in the arugula, Parmesan and butter and serve.

PARMESAN AND PEPPER BREAD (BREAD MACHINE)

Steps:

• Place all ingredients in pan according to bread manufacturer.*.
• Set for white bread, medium to dark crust.
• * I like putting the dry herbs in with the water to rehydrate them a bit. I think it adds a bit more flavor.

ROASTED RED PEPPER BREAD

Steps:

• Place red peppers in a food processor; cover and process until pureed. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the red peppers, 1 cup cheese, milk, butter, salt and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide dough into 6 pieces. Shape each into an 18-in. rope. Place 3 ropes on a greased baking sheet and braid; pinch ends to seal and tuck under. Repeat with remaining dough. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour., In a small bowl, combine egg and water; brush over braids. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining cheese. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.

PARMESAN PEPPER PULL-APART BREAD

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375.
• Spray tube or Bundt pan with oil.
• Combine grated cheese, melted butter, garlic and seasoning.
• Separate dinner rolls and cut each into 4 pieces.
• Roll each piece in cheese mixture.
• Place in pan.
• Bake 27-30 minutes until golden brown.
• Cool 5 minutes.
• Invert onto cooling rack and cool slightly.
• Serve warm.