Homemade bread with tomatoes
Description
Essentially, this is a regular homemade bread, but instead of water, milk, or whey, it's made with tomato juice. While the tomato pulp will slightly disperse during dough kneading, the taste and aroma of tomatoes will definitely be present in the finished bread. If desired, you can add Provence herbs, fresh greens, olives, or sun-dried tomatoes to the dough. Give it a try! It can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
2. Cut the tomatoes in half and grate them on a grater. Remove the skin and transfer the pulp together with the juice into a deep bowl or a small dish.
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Step 3
3. Add 1 tbsp of flour, sugar, and yeast. Mix and set aside in a warm place for 15–20 minutes.
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Step 4
4. Put the flour into a deep bowl, add salt and the risen sponge with tomatoes.
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Step 5
5. Mix.
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Step 6
6. Knead by hand into a soft and slightly sticky dough. If necessary, add a little more flour during the process.
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Step 7
7. Gather the dough into a ball, cover with a towel, and place in a warm spot for about an hour. It should rise significantly in volume.
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Step 8
8. Slightly knead the risen dough, then shape it into a ball and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make two or more cuts on top with a knife to allow the gas to escape during baking.
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Step 9
9. Cover the dough with a towel and let it rest for about 20-30 minutes, then bake at 200 degrees for 30-40 minutes. The homemade tomato bread is ready. Cool it on a wire rack, covered with a towel.
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Step 10
10. Once the bread has cooled completely, it can be sliced and served.