A golden brown, round loaf with a crackly crust and delicate flake. It's studded with vibrant flecks of green from the herbs, and slices reveal a fluffy inner crumb with pieces of caramelized celeriac.

Italian Celeriac Pan Bread

Name: Italian Celeriac Pan Bread
Prep time: 90 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: celeriac, 1 medium peeled and diced; strong white bread flour, 2 cups; active dry yeast, 2 tsp; sugar, 1 tsp; water, 1 cup warm; olive oil, 2 tbsp; salt, 1 tsp; rosemary, 1 tbsp freshly chopped; thyme, 1 tsp freshly chopped; garlic, 2 cloves finely chopped; parmesan, 1/2 cup grated

Category Main Course

Prep 90 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Italian

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: December 22, 2024

This recipe comes alive with the delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors and the distinctive taste of celeriac. The earthy flavors of celeriac provide a unique twist to classic Italian bread, turning it into an irresistible warm treat.

Ingredients (for 4)

Celeriac - 1 medium - peeled and diced
Strong white bread flour - 2 cups
Active dry yeast - 2 tsp
Sugar - 1 tsp
Water - 1 cup - warm
Olive oil - 2 tbsp
Salt - 1 tsp
Rosemary - 1 tbsp - freshly chopped
Thyme - 1 tsp - freshly chopped
Garlic - 2 cloves - finely chopped
Parmesan - 1/2 cup - grated

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🥣🔥

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss diced celeriac with 1 tbsp of olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, and finely chopped garlic. Spread the seasoned celeriac on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until it caramelizes.
Step 2 - 💧🍚💤

In a separate bowl, combine the active dry yeast, 1 tsp of sugar, and 1 cup of warm water. Leave it to rest for about 10 minutes until the yeast turns frothy.
Step 3 - 🍞🥣👐

To the yeast mixture, add the strong white bread flour, remaining olive oil, and 1 tsp of salt. Mix all the ingredients until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Step 4 - 🥖🧀➡️📈

Fold in the cooled, roasted celeriac and 1/2 cup of grated parmesan into the dough. Shape the dough into a round loaf. Leave it in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 5 - 🥖🔥❄️

Bake the ready bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden. Let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Additional

This bread is hearty and flavorful on its own, but it also pairs exceptionally well with soups and hearty winter stews. For a spicier kick, consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the celeriac before roasting.