cottage cheese bread recipe

Cottage Cheese Bread is a delicious and nutritious bread that uses cottage cheese as a key ingredient, adding moisture and a unique flavor to the bread. This type of bread can be a healthy choice as it contains a good amount of protein from the cottage cheese, making it perfect for breakfast, sandwiches, or a light snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of cottage cheese
• 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of instant dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of warm water (around 105°F or 40°C)
• 1/4 cup of melted butter or olive oil
• 1 large egg (for moisture and flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda (for a unique flavor and texture)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the yeast: In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking soda.
3. Add wet ingredients: Add the cottage cheese, egg, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix well to combine.
4. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and start kneading. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add more flour if needed.
5. Let the dough rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.
6. Shape the dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air, then shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan or a pan lined with parchment paper.
7. Second rise: Cover the loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes.
8. Bake the bread: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until it turns golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the surface.
9. Cool and serve: Let the bread cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. You can serve it with butter or use it to make sandwiches.

Notes:

• Cottage cheese adds moisture and softness to the bread, making it perfect for those who love soft bread.
• You can add some herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor, or a little minced garlic for more spice.