Elevate your homemade bread game with this irresistible Pepper Asiago Loaf, designed specifically for your bread machine (ABM). This flavorful loaf combines the sharp, nutty tang of freshly grated Asiago cheese with the subtle heat of black pepper, creating a perfectly balanced savory treat. With just a few simple pantry staples like bread flour, olive oil, and dry yeast, this recipe is both easy and foolproof, thanks to its seamless bread machine preparation. The aromatic loaf boasts a tender crumb, a golden crust, and bursts of cheesy goodness in every bite. Pair it with hearty soups, fresh salads, or enjoy it toasted with butter for a gourmet snack. Ready in just three hours with minimal effort, this Pepper Asiago Loaf is sure to become a household favorite for any home baker.
Measure all ingredients carefully and ensure they are at room temperature before starting.
Place the water, olive oil, sugar, and salt into the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer's instructions.
Add the bread flour and freshly ground black pepper on top of the wet ingredients.
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the dry yeast without letting it touch the liquid.
Select the Basic or White Bread cycle on your bread machine, with a light or medium crust setting, depending on your preference.
Close the lid and start the machine. Allow it to mix, knead, rise, and bake automatically.
Once the machine signals (or during the last kneading cycle, about 10-15 minutes into the cycle), carefully add the grated asiago cheese.
When the bread is done, remove the loaf from the bread pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as a delicious accompaniment to soups, salads, or your favorite spreads.
Calories |
2029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 59.7 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 3741 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.7 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 71.3 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 629 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.