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Easy Carrabba's Bread Recipe

Easy Carrabba's Bread Recipe

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Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

This Easy Carrabba’s Bread Recipe brings that warm, bakery-style Italian bread right to your kitchen! Soft, chewy, and golden on the outside, this homemade bread is perfect for dipping in seasoned olive oil or serving alongside your favorite pasta. It’s simple to make, uses pantry staples, and fills your kitchen with that irresistible bakery aroma.

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup warm water, about 110°F
  • ½ cup warm milk
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 packet
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing before baking

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup warm water, ½ cup warm milk,1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt then gradually mix in the yeast mixture and softened 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 5–7 minutes.
  • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the top with 1 tablespoon olive oil and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with olive oil and herbs or butter.

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups
  • Mixing Bowl

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 229kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 112IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg