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Artisan Herb Braid Bread

This recipe has been updated to increase the yeast. I made an error in stating how much yeast is in a packet. Sorry for any problems when using the original recipe.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 tsp dry yeast (1 packet dry active yeast)
  • 1 cup  warm water (110 to 120 degrees)
  • 12 ounces (about 2 1/4 cups) flour plus 1/4 cup for dusting
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup mixed herbs, chopped (I used parsley, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest and garlic)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil divided
  • 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Mix herbs with 1 tablespoon oil, set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm water.
  • Add the rest of the flour to make a soft dough Knead until smooth.Cover and let rest about 10 minutes.
  • Divide dough into 3 or 4 equal pieces about 18 inches long.Pinch ends together on one end. Brush strands with herb mix.Braid. Pinch remaining dough strand ends together and tuck under.Cover and let rise until doubled in size.
  • Bake at 375 for about 25 minutes until brown and sound hollow when tapped. Brush with remaining oil about 5 minutes before bread is completely baked or immediately from the oven. Cool on a rack. Pull desired sections apart.