Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Cheddar Cheese Bows

Baking is a stress reliever for me.  So, I decided to put my bread machine to use today.  It's one of my favorite kitchen appliances!  I use it quite frequently to make bread instead of buying bread.

Ingredients:
1 c milk
1 1/3 c. shredded cheddar, Swiss or Monterey Jack Cheese
1 egg
3 c bread flour
3 T sugar
3/4 t salt
1 t active dry yeast or bread machine yeast
1/3 c finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions
1. Add the first 7 ingredients to the machine according to the manufacturer's directions, adding the cheddar cheese with the milk.  Select the dough cycle. When cycle is complete, remove dough.  Punch down.  Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.  Line baking sheets with foil and grease foil; set aside.

2. Divide dough in half.  On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 12 inch square.  Cut into twelve 12x1-inch strips.

3. On the prepared baking sheets, shape each strip into a bow by forming 2 loops, overlapping in the center about 1 1/2 inches from each end.  Take 1 end of dough in each hand and twist once at the point where the dough overlaps.  Press dough together in center to seal.  Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 to 30 minutes or until nearly double.

4. Brush rolls with a little additional milk; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.  Bake in a 375 oven about 12 minutes or until golden brown.  Remove from baking sheets; cool slightly on wire racks.  Serve warm or cool.

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