Turkuaz Kitchen Red Pepper Pesto Bread

Turkuaz Kitchen Red Pepper Pesto Bread is made with fresh red peppers, basil, garlic, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, milk, flour, and mozzarella. This Cheesy Red Pepper Pesto Bread recipe creates a delicious bread that takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 10 people.

Turkuaz Kitchen Red Pepper Pesto Bread Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 1/2 cup warm water
• 2 1/4 tsp yeast
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup melted butter or olive oil
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 cups flour

For Roasted Red Pepper Pesto:

• 4-5 red peppers
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup fresh basil
• 3-4 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp pepper paste
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 tsp granulated sugar

For the Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella

How To Make Turkuaz Kitchen Red Pepper Pesto Bread

1. Preparing the Dough: In a medium bowl, add 1/2 cup warm water, yeast, and a pinch of sugar and let it rest until fluffy for 5-7 minutes.
2. Mixing Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the flour, milk, foamed yeast, melted butter, egg, remaining sugar, and salt and stir.
3. Kneading the Dough: Knead the dough for about 4-5 minutes. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rest for 15-20 minutes. Punch it down to release the air from the dough. Repeat this process one more time.
4. Letting the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a large bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Let it rest at room temperature until doubled in size, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Meanwhile, prepare the filling.
5. Preparing the Filling: For the roasted red pepper pesto, put all the ingredients in a food processor and blend them well. Refer to the IG Reel at @turkuazkitchendaily for the process and results.
6. Rolling Out the Dough: Place the dough on a lightly floured work surface. Cut it into 2 equal pieces, shape them into balls, and then roll out the dough into rectangles.
7. Adding the Filling: Using a spatula, spread the pesto sauce on the dough, and then sprinkle the cheese. Using a pizza cutter, cut the dough into equal rectangle pieces, fold these rectangle pieces in half, and line them in a baking pan or a rectangle loaf pan as shown in the IG reel.
8. Final Rising: Cover the pan with a kitchen towel and let it rest until fluffy for about 30 minutes.
9. Baking the Bread: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Brush the bread with egg wash and bake until golden brown for 40-50 minutes.
10. Serving: Serve warm.

Recipe Tips

• Use Fresh Ingredients: Make sure to use fresh red peppers, basil, and garlic for the pesto to ensure the best flavor.
• Let the Dough Rise Properly: Allow the dough to double in size during the rising process. This will make the bread light and fluffy.
• Spread Pesto Evenly: When spreading the pesto on the dough, make sure it’s evenly distributed to ensure every bite is flavorful.
• Fold Carefully: Fold the rectangular pieces of dough gently to keep the layers intact, which helps achieve the perfect texture.
• Check Oven Temperature: Ensure your oven is properly preheated to 350°F and maintain the temperature to bake the bread evenly.

What To Serve With This Cheesy Red Pepper Pesto Bread

This Cheesy Red Pepper Pesto Bread goes well with tomato soup, a fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, or grilled chicken. It can also be served with pasta, antipasto, or barbecue meals for a tasty addition.

How To Store Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Store the bread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, leave it at room temperature for a few hours before reheating.

How To Reheat Leftovers

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F, wrap the bread in foil, and heat for 10-15 minutes.
• In The Microwave: Place a slice of bread on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 20-30 seconds.
• In The Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F and heat the bread for 3-5 minutes.

Red Pepper Pesto Bread Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 310
• Total Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sodium: 400mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 35g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 4g
• Protein: 9g

Try More Turkuaz Kitchen Bread Recipes:

• Turkuaz Kitchen Cheesy Dinner Roll
• Turkuaz Kitchen Sourdough Bread
• Turkuaz Kitchen Garlic Cheese Bread
• Turkuaz Kitchen Focaccia Recipe