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Olive and Cheese Bread with Capers and Thyme


  • Author: Dulcia

Ingredients

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For the dough:

500g stone ground white bread flour
2 tsp instant yeast
1.5 tsp salt
300ml lukewarm water
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For the filling:

300g mozzarella cheese, roughly grated
1/2 cup (about 40g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
23 tbsp baby capers (in brine, drained)
45 sprigs thyme, leaves only (woody stalks discarded), plus extra
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling, plus extra
Salt and pepper


Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Add water and olive oil, mixing on low speed until combined. Switch to the dough hook and knead for about 7 minutes until smooth. Alternatively, knead by hand for 10 minutes. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in an oiled bowl, covering with plastic wrap. Let it proof until doubled in size, about 30 minutes. 🌾

2️⃣ Roll Out the Dough: Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Line a large deep baking dish with non-stick baking paper. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle approximately 30×40 cm. 🌡️

3️⃣ Add the Filling: Evenly distribute the mozzarella, Parmesan, olives, capers, and thyme over the dough. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. 🍕🫒

4️⃣ Form the Bread: Carefully roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into rounds and place them cut-side up in the prepared baking dish. Cover with a tea towel and let rise for 15 minutes. 🔄

5️⃣ Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown. ⏳

6️⃣ Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes. Drizzle with more olive oil and sprinkle with extra thyme, salt, and pepper. Serve warm. 🍞🌿