Bread for breakfast

Delicious Bread Recipe for Breakfast

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Dosing time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Baking time: 1 hour
Total: 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12

Welcome to the universe of flavors and textures! Today we're indulging in a delicious breakfast bread recipe, perfect to start the day with a smile. This bread, filled with leeks, peppers and cheese, is not only nutritious but also a burst of flavors that will delight the whole family. Let's get to work!

Ingredients needed:

- 1 kg flour (choose a quality flour for a fluffy texture)
- 500 ml warm water (about 37-38 degrees Celsius)
- 150 ml olive oil (for a rich taste and crispy crust)
- 2 tsp salt (to intensify the flavors)
- 2 tsp sugar (helps activate the yeast)
- 40 g dry yeast (or 80 g fresh yeast)
- 200 g leeks (green part for a delicate flavor)
- 100 g red or bell peppers (for extra sweetness)
- 100 g olives (preferably pitted to avoid unpleasant surprises)
- 100 g telemea cheese (for a salty and creamy touch)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (or dried, to add an unmistakable fragrance)
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds (optional, for a special touch)

Step by step:

1. Activate yeast: In a small bowl, add the dry yeast, sugar and 100 ml of lukewarm water. Stir gently and let sit for 10 minutes. You will notice the yeast begin to foam, a sign that it is active and ready to work.

2. Making the dough: In a large bowl, add the sifted flour and salt. Make a well in the middle and pour in the activated yeast mixture, the rest of the lukewarm water and 150 ml olive oil. Using a spatula or your hands, start mixing the ingredients until you have a homogeneous dough.

3. Kneading: Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and knead for about 20 minutes. The dough should become elastic and smooth. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour, but avoid too much as you want a fluffy loaf.

4. To rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel and leave to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in volume.

5. Preparing the stuffing: In the meantime, wash the leeks and slice them finely. Cut the peppers into small cubes and slice the olives. If the cottage cheese is too salty, you can leave it in cold water for a few minutes. Grate or grate the cheese and mix with a tablespoon of rosemary.

6. Sauté vegetables: In a frying pan, add a tablespoon of oil and heat over medium heat. Add the leeks and sauté for 5 minutes until soft. Remove to a bowl, then add the peppers to the same pan and sauté for 5 minutes, until slightly crispy.

7. Forming the loaves: Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto the work surface and divide into two equal parts. Roll out each side into a rectangular sheet. Sprinkle each sheet with half of the leek, pepper, olive and cheese filling. Roll the sheets into a roll and place them in the greased cheesecake pans.

8. Second pour: Cover the molds with a damp towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes. This is the crucial step to get a fluffy texture.

9. Preparing to bake: Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Meanwhile, brush the dough with a little corn oil to make a golden, appetizing crust. Sprrinkle poppy seeds on one loaf and rosemary on the other.

10. Baking: Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until golden brown and when lightly tapped on the bottom, they sound hollow.

11. Cooling: Once baked, let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack. Wait for them to cool completely before slicing.

Serving suggestions:
These loaves are delicious served warm with creamy yogurt, buttermilk or a health drink. They can also be a perfect accompaniment to a meal of soups or salads. A slice of fresh tomato and a few basil leaves are the perfect addition to breakfast.

Nutritional benefits:
This bread is not only tasty, but nutritious. Wholemeal flour provides essential fiber and the vegetables add vitamins and minerals. Cottage cheese provides protein and calcium and olive oil is a source of healthy fats.

Frequently asked questions:
- Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes, you can experiment with feta or mozzarella depending on personal preference.
- How do I store fresh bread?
The bread is best kept in an airtight container at room temperature or can be frozen for later use.
- Can I add other ingredients?
Of course! You can add spinach, mushrooms or even nuts for a different texture.

This breakfast bread recipe brings a touch of warmth and joy every morning. Making it can be a fun activity with family or friends and the results are always delicious. Enjoy and get cooking!

 Ingredients: 1 kg flour, 500ml water, 150ml olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons sugar, 40g dry yeast, 200g leek (green part), 100g red bell pepper or sweet pepper, 100g olives, 100g telemea cheese, 2 tablespoons rosemary, 1 tablespoon poppy seeds.