Basil Beer Bread

By Noni

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• olive oil for the baking sheet
• 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4-ounce package active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Parmesan
• 1 12-ounce bottle beer, preferably ale
• flour for the work surface
• 1 cup chopped or torn fresh basil

Preparation

Step 1

Directions
Heat oven to 400° F. Oil a baking sheet. In the bowl of a standing mixer on
low, or in a large bowl using a spoon, combine the flour, yeast, salt, pepper,
and Parmesan.
Add the beer and mix just until the dough comes together. Turn the dough onto
a lightly floured surface. Sprinkle with the basil and knead gently just until
incorporated. Shape the dough into a round loaf and transfer to the prepared
sheet.
Bake until the loaf is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center
comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Turn the loaf onto a wire rack. Let cool
for at least 10 minutes before slicing.