Stuffed bread
Stuffed bread with vegetables and cheese – A delicacy for breakfast
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Rising time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Baking time: 1 hour
Total time: 2 hours
Number of servings: 8
This stuffed bread recipe is perfect for starting the day with a delicious and nutritious breakfast. A combination of flavors and textures, this bread brings together fresh and hearty elements, making it an ideal choice for the whole family. The history of stuffed bread is an ancient one, appreciated in many cultures for its versatility and taste. In the pages of this recipe, I will guide you step by step in making this delicacy.
Ingredients needed:
- 1 kg flour
- 500 ml warm water
- 150 ml olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 40 g dry yeast
- 200 g leek (only the green part)
- 100 g red bell pepper or sweet pepper
- 100 g olives (pitted)
- 100 g telemea cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds for decoration
Step by step to a perfect stuffed bread:
1. Preparing the dough:
Start by dissolving the yeast in 500 ml of warm water. Add 2 teaspoons of sugar and 2 teaspoons of salt, then 150 ml of olive oil. Mix well and let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes, until the yeast starts to bubble and activate.
2. Kneading the dough:
Once the yeast is activated, gradually add 1 kg of sifted flour. Knead the dough by hand for about 20 minutes, until it becomes elastic and smooth. Alternatively, you can use a kitchen robot with a kneading attachment.
3. Let the dough rise:
Once the dough is well kneaded, place it in a bowl greased with a little oil. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in volume.
4. Preparing the filling:
Meanwhile, wash the leek and slice it finely. Dice the bell pepper and slice the olives. In a pan, add a tablespoon of oil and sauté the leek for 5 minutes, until it becomes soft. Remove it from the pan and place it in a bowl. Use the same pan to sauté the bell pepper until it becomes slightly crunchy, for about 3-4 minutes.
5. Mixing the ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix the sautéed leek, bell pepper, sliced olives, and crumbled or grated telemea cheese. Add 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh rosemary and mix well to combine the flavors.
6. Shaping the bread:
Once the dough has risen, divide it into two equal parts. Roll out each piece into a rectangular sheet on a lightly floured work surface. Sprinkle half of the prepared filling on each sheet. Carefully roll the dough from one end to the other, forming a tight roll.
7. Preparing for baking:
Grease two loaf pans with the remaining oil. Place each roll in the prepared pans and let them rise for another 30 minutes. Before placing them in the oven, brush the surface with a little corn oil for a nice color. Sprinkle poppy seeds on one of the breads and rosemary on the other.
8. Baking:
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake the breads for about 1 hour, until they are golden and sound hollow when lightly tapped.
9. Serving:
Allow the bread to cool slightly before removing it from the pans. This stuffed bread is delicious both warm and at room temperature. You can serve it alongside a fresh salad or with a cup of hot tea.
Practical tips:
- If you want an even fluffier texture, you can replace part of the water with warm milk.
- Add other ingredients to the filling, such as mushrooms or spinach, for a vegetarian version.
- You can freeze the stuffed bread after it has completely cooled, and when you crave it, just pop it in the oven to reheat.
Nutritional benefits:
This stuffed bread contains healthy ingredients, such as fresh vegetables and cheese. Leek is rich in vitamins and minerals, bell pepper contains antioxidants, and olives provide healthy fats. Wholemeal flour, if chosen, adds extra fiber.
Frequently asked questions:
1. Can I use another type of cheese?
Yes, you can use cottage cheese or mozzarella for a different texture.
2. How can I prevent the bread from becoming too dry?
Make sure not to overbake it. Check it 5 minutes before the recommended baking time.
3. What other ingredients can I add?
Experiment with herbs like oregano or basil, and with other vegetables according to your preferences.
This stuffed bread recipe is not only an excellent choice for breakfast, but also a wonderful way to bring the family together around the table. Try it and enjoy its rich flavors!
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
