appetizer

Aiaia Herbal Bread

Name: Aiaia Herbal Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 packet active dry yeast; 1 cup warm water; 2 tbsp mixed dried herbs (such as oregano, thyme, and rosemary)

This bread reflects the simple yet magical life Circe leads on Aiaia, using local herbs she might have gathered on the island to imbue the bread with the flavors of her home.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 25 minutesServes 8 servingsEasy

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 packet active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
2 tbsp mixed dried herbs (such as oregano, thyme, and rosemary)

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 375°F.
2
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and dried herbs.
3
Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
4
Add yeast mixture and olive oil to dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes, then shape into a loaf.

Place on a greased baking sheet and let rise for 15 minutes.

Bake for 25 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.