Servings = 4 Prep time = 30 minutes Cooking time = 150 minutes Calories = 300 kcal
– 4 cups all-purpose flour – 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast – 1 tablespoon sugar – 1/2 teaspoons salt – 1/2 cups warm water – 2 tablespoons olive oil – Your choice of fillings (sweet or savory)
1. – In a bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water and add yeast. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. – In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
3. – Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
4. – Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
5. – Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
6. – Roll out the dough into a rectangle, add your chosen fillings, and carefully braid it.
7. – Place on a baking sheet, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
8. – Preheat the oven, brush with olive oil, and bake until golden brown.
Calories: Approximately 200 per serving (based on a moderate serving size) Protein: 5g Carbohydrates: 30g Fat: 8g Saturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 0mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 1g Sodium: 300mg