Feta and Olive Bread

Feta and Olive Bread is a delightful Greek-inspired dish that combines the rich flavors of tangy feta cheese and briny olives within a warm, crusty bread. Perfect for a midnight snack, this healthy recipe is easy to prepare and full of Mediterranean goodness.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Incorporate the crumbled feta cheese and chopped olives into the dough, kneading gently to distribute.
6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, covering it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
8. After the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into a loaf or round shape.
9. Place the shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let it rest for another 10 minutes.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olives and olive oil, promoting heart health.
• High in protein and calcium from feta cheese, supporting muscle and bone health.

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