From above, you would see a golden-brown round loaf, lightly dusted with flour. The crust is textured with irregular patterns, and the scraggy top is slightly split revealing its fluffy interior. Emerald-hued oregano specks are dispersed throughout the loaf adding a sense of rustic appeal.

New Yorker’s Oregano Infused Bread

Name: New Yorker’s Oregano Infused Bread
Prep time: 100 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 125 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: dried oregano, 2 tablespoons; all-purpose flour, 4 cups; active dry yeast, 1 packet (about 2 teaspoons); warm water, 1 ½ cups warm to 110 to 115 degrees F; olive oil, 2 tablespoons; salt, 1 teaspoon; sugar, 1 teaspoon

Category Brunch

Prep 100 minutes

Cook 25 minutes

Style American

Technique Baking

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: June 13, 2024

Get ready to elevate your bread game with this intriguing, Instagram-worthy oregano-laden loaf. The aromatic essence of oregano infuses each bite of this delightfully soft and fluffy bread. A perfect combination of American home-style baking with a hint of Mediterranean flavor making each bite a unique, flavorful journey. Its simplicity and rustic charm set it apart and add an unexpected thrill to your dining table.

Ingredients (for 4)

Dried oregano - 2 tablespoons
All-purpose flour - 4 cups
Active dry yeast - 1 packet (about 2 teaspoons)
Warm water - 1 ½ cups - warm to 110 to 115 degrees F
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - 1 teaspoon
Sugar - 1 teaspoon

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥣💦🌿

In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water with sugar. Let it sit until frothy for about 5 minutes, then stir in dried oregano.
Step 2 - 🥣🧂🫒

Add 2 cups of flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture, stirring well to combine.
Step 3 - 🥣🍚🪴

Gradually add in the remaining 2 cups of flour until a dough is formed.
Step 4 - 👋🥖💪

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 5 - ⏳🍞↗️

Place the dough in a greased bowl, turn it once to grease the top. Cover and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Step 6 - 🍞🕑🆙

After the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and form into a round loaf. Place it on a baking sheet, cover and allow to rise for another 30 minutes.
Step 7 - 🎚️🔥🕑

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 8 - 🍞🔥⏲️

Bake the dough for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Step 9 - 🍞🌬️🍴

Cool your baked bread on wire racks before slicing.

Additional

This homemade bread pairs well with some extra virgin olive oil and a glass of your favorite wine. To make it even more flavorful, feel free to add other herbs such as rosemary or thyme. Kids can join in the fun by helping to knead the dough!