Cheddar Stuffed Crusty Loaves

By JanetLynn198

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups bread flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp instant yeast
• 1/2 cup cool water
• 2 1/2 cups extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 tbsp garlic oil (optional)
• 1 - 1 1/4 cups lukewarm water
• 3 1/2 cups bread flour
• 1/2 tsp instant yeast

Details

Servings 2
Cooking time 33mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. To make the starter, mix the flour, salt, yeast and cool water. The starter will be very dry; if it doesnt come togher, add a bit more water. cover and let rest overnight at room temperature, it'll become bubbly.

2. To make the dough, combine the risen starter with the water, salt, flour and yeast. Knead in bread machine on dough cycle to make a smooth dough. Let rise until nearly doubled in size.

3. Pat and stretch the dough into a 9x12" rectangle. Spritz with water and sprinkle with the grated cheddar cheese. Starting with a long side, roll it into a log, pinching the seam to seal. Place the long, seam side down, on a lightly floured or lightly oiled surface. Cover and let it rise for 1 - 1 1/2 hours, until it's puffy, but not doubled in bulk. Towards the end of the rising time, preheat the oven to 425F.

4. Cut the log into 4 crosswise slices, for mini-breads; or simply cut in half for 2 normal sized loaves. Place them on lightly greased or parchment-lined baking sheets, cut side up. Spritz with warm water.

5. Bake for 20 mins for the mini loaves and 30 mins for the 2 loaves or until he cheese is melted and the loveas are deep golden brown. Remove from the oven; serve warm.