Description
This recipe brings the famous flavor of Subway’s Italian Herb & Cheese Bread straight to your kitchen. With a soft, fluffy interior and a golden, cheesy crust, this bread is perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or just enjoying on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture: Combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast in a small bowl. Stir gently and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and Italian seasoning. Make a well in the center.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the well in the dry ingredients. Stir to combine, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough: Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it into a rectangle, 12 inches long and 6 inches wide.
- Add the Cheese and Herbs: Brush the dough with olive oil. Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning over the dough. Press lightly to help the cheese stick.
- Let the Dough Rise Again: Cover the dough and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake the Bread: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown on top and hollow when tapped.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool for at least 15 minutes on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- You can tweak the recipe to make it just how you like it – a little more cheese, extra herbs, or even a bit of garlic.
- The ingredients are simple and easy to find, and the process is not complicated.
- All you need is a little patience while the dough rises.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450-550
- Sugar: 5-10g
- Sodium: 700-900mg
- Fat: 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: 8-10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60-70g
- Fiber: 3-5g
- Protein: 18-22g
- Cholesterol: 30-40mg