Honour National Homemade Bread Day with Manchego & Olive Pull-Apart Bread
From our kitchen to yours, let’s celebrate the delight of homemade bread with a touch of Spanish flavour! Here at The Cheese Wedge, we know the right cheese can transform any dish, and this pull-apart bread is no exception. With rich, nutty Manchego cheese and briny olives tucked into every bite, this recipe is perfect for cozy gatherings or a quiet night in, paired with your favourite bottle of red.
So, grab a loaf tin, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to bake. This cheesy, savoury bread will fill your home with an irresistible aroma and have everyone reaching for another piece!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups plain flour
- 1/2 tbsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped green olives
- 1/2 cup grated Manchego cheese
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp sugar
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, and sugar. Allow to sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour, salt, olive oil, olives, and Manchego cheese, and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Punch down the dough, divide into small pieces, and layer them in a greased loaf tin.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Allow to cool slightly before pulling apart and savouring each cheesy, olive-filled bite!
Stop by The Cheese Wedge to pick up your Manchego cheese and olives, and let’s get baking!