Panera Tomato Basil Bread Machine Recipe
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Description
If you're a fan of Panera's Tomato Basil Bread, you'll love this recipe that you can make at home with your bread machine. This bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just as a delicious side dish. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil gives this bread a unique flavor and aroma that will have your kitchen smelling amazing.Prep Time
10 minutesCook Time
3 hours 30 minutesIngredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons sun-dried tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 3 cups bread flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
Equipment
- Bread machine
Method
- Add warm water, olive oil, sun-dried tomato paste, sugar, salt, bread flour, and yeast to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
- Select the dough setting and press start.
- When the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough from the machine and place it on a floured surface.
- Knead the dough for a few minutes, then add the chopped basil and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Knead the dough again until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5-inch bread pan.
- Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 45-60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Bake the bread for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
This recipe makes a 1 1/2-pound loaf of bread. If your bread machine has a different capacity, adjust the ingredient amounts accordingly. You can also use a combination of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh tomatoes for a slightly different flavor.Nutrition Info
Each serving of this bread (1 slice) contains approximately:- Calories: 150
- Total fat: 3g
- Saturated fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 390mg
- Total carbohydrate: 26g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Total sugars: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Recipes FAQ
Can I use all-purpose flour instead of bread flour?
You can, but the bread may not rise as well and the texture may be slightly different.Can I use dried basil and sun-dried tomatoes instead of fresh?
You can, but the flavor won't be as intense. If using dried ingredients, reduce the amounts by half.Can I freeze this bread?
Yes, this bread freezes well. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil before freezing. Thaw at room temperature before slicing and serving.Recipe Tips
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature before adding them to the bread machine.
- If the dough seems too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it comes together.
- If the dough seems too wet, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it's smooth and elastic.
- Don't skip the kneading step, as this helps develop the gluten in the dough and gives the bread its structure.
- For a crispier crust, brush the top of the bread with melted butter before baking.
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