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Black Pepper And Olive Oil Homemade White Bread

Modified: Jan 15, 2022 · Published: Nov 24, 2018 · by Ramona

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Autumn is here in full swing and what could get better than the bread-baking smell in your kitchen? Well, yeah a brownie maybe?! Hmmm, maybe, for me baking bread stands high and clear at no 1 in the chart and this spelt bread recipe makes no exception.

A winner every time. It is not only the baking but it is making it, the kneading, the proofing, the whole process of the bread making it’s just so satisfying. It definitely gives me total inner satisfaction, joy, and happiness.

Black pepper and olive oil homemade bread

Baking bread is awesome

The smell of baking bread it’s the best. I am very sure it has to do with my childhood experience (oh, here we go again) of grannies or my mum making it, we were jumping up and down with joy.

Childhood is such a lovely time, especially when brings back many good and truly nice memories. It’s unique.

There is one more thing that gives me these nice vibes it’s the smell of coffee sneaking in the morning all the way up in my bedroom. Oh, how I enjoy that!

We humans are super complicated entities, yet so simple when it comes to certain things and what could really make us happy.

Most times, the things that make us happy are very simple things indeed, precious and enjoyable, feeding us with positive energy, joy, and good spirits.

The secret is to simply discover these, know exactly what they are, appreciate them, and keep on feeding our life with these pleasurable moments, whatever they are.

They are worth highlighting and bringing them alive as often as possible.

The smell of baked bread makes us kinder

I was reading a while back that the aroma of freshly-baked bread has not only got the power to make our mouth water but according to a study carried out by some Daily Mail researchers at the University of Southern Brittany in France, can also make us a kinder person. I will have to agree here. I’m sure I’m the nicest person when I bake bread. I am definitely in the best of moods ;-). I love baking bread quite often (hence my lovely nature lol).

Variations and Substitutions

I have not baked a white loaf in a very long time and I am talking here about a good couple of decades. Perhaps the idea of making or baking healthier bread appeals to me greatly, I tend to choose to use healthier flour, a plethora of seeds, flakes, and so on.

I am using this recipe to make buns, paninis, and all different types and shapes of bread.

I normally cut it all into slices as soon as it cools, I freeze it and have a slice or two whenever I need for a beautiful breakfast.

Question time...?

When was the last time you made bread from scratch?  Do you like baking bread?

If you haven’t ever tried please don’t be put off thinking it’s a lot of work or anything like that, that’s not true. Here is the evidence! And.... boy, the outcome it’s amazing, the taste indescribable, never to be compared with any supermarket-bought bread.

How to serve homemade bread?

Here is a super simple idea of a delicious topping to have a slice or two of this beautiful homemade beauty with.

Chopped lamb liver homemade bread
  • Chopped lamb liver and lamb hearts if you like lamb as much as we do. But of course, the possibilities are endless and whether you eat meat or not a slice of bread can be topped with almost anything you like. 
  • What about (my top fave) topping a slice with some Greek yogurt, pesto sauce, and sautéed cherry tomatoes? Wow, this is the king of breakfasts for me. I’m hooked on it!
Sauteed cherry tomatoes on homemade bread

But, the sky is the limit on what you could top a slice of toast with. Don’t you agree?! Oh, look at this. I’m drooling already despite just having it.

Homemade bread cherry tomatoes and yogurt

* Serving number depends, but this recipe makes approximately two 2lb loaves of bread or 3 smaller ones. It can be baked in loaf tins (I used 2x 2lb glass 28cm cake molds) but cast iron skillets, cake tins, or simply freely on a tray could also make some beautiful little buns.

I will leave this to your imagination entirely.

The baking time will be determined by bread shape and size but do not worry. Always apply the skewer test and you’ll be absolutely and perfectly fine.

Practice is the mother of learning like I always say so the more bread you will bake, the better it will become. It’s as simple as that.

Tips

* If you don’t have fresh yeast then you can replace this with two sachets (14 g) of fast-action yeast.

* Fresh yeast is perishable so if not used within 2-3 days it’s best to freeze it.

I usually buy it (it comes in a pack of 4 x 30g cubes) and I freeze whatever I don’t need, for next time. It never lasts for too long in my freezer, but I assume it could go for a good 2-3 months.

Whenever I use frozen yeast, I take it out of the freezer and place it in warm water straight away.

Let's get some kneading done.

Black pepper and olive oil homemade bread on a wooden chopping board.

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Homemade bread cherry tomatoes and yogurt

🍞Black Pepper And Olive Oil Homemade White Bread

Baking own bread is simple and there is no better aromas in your house than bread baking, I am sure you would agree.
5 from 36 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course, Starter
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Ramona's Cuisine
Diet: Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan
Prep Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
Rest time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 174kcal
Author: Ramona Sebastian
Cost: £4

Equipment

  • glass bowl (large)
  • baking bread loaf tins x 2

Ingredients

  • 1000 g white flour (8 cups) strong *
  • 650 ml water (22 fl oz) luke warm
  • 1.5 teaspoon salt I used pink Himalayan
  • 30 g fresh yeast * (1.06 oz)
  • 60 ml olive oil (2.03 fl oz)
  • 1 teaspoon cane sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Metric - US Imperial

Instructions

  • Sift the flour into a larger bowl, add the salt the pepper and make a well in the middle.
  • Into a mug put the sugar, the yeast, and cover with 150-180ml lukewarm water (part of the 650ml water needed). Mix well until the sugar and yeast have dissolved. Pour this into the well and set aside for a few minutes until the yeast water begins to bubble up.
  • Add more of the lukewarm water and start mixing by hand or a strong wooden spoon until it forms a soft dough. I always use my hand and I keep it in the bowl. It is easier with water and oil gradual addition.
  • Knead the dough by hand either in the bowl or on a super clean and lightly floured surface for about 10-12 minutes adding the oil little by little until the dough becomes smooth and pretty elastic. The best indicator that dough has had enough kneading is when the hand(s) come clean and the dough no longer sticks to the hand.
  • When finished place in a clean bowl, shaped into a large sphere and cover. I keep into the same bowl I have worked in as this becomes super clean till the end. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 40-45 mins until it doubles in size. If it’s not warm enough it will take longer to rise.
  • When risen to double its size, split the dough into two exact amounts. Shape the dough into the desired shape and place it into the two oiled tins. I normally do a plat. Allow again to rise in a warm place, covered for 15 mins. Preheat the oven at this stage to 180C/375F
  • Bake the loaf/loaves at 210C/fan assisted or 230C for 15 min and then at 180*C for another 20-25 mins until golden brown - do the skewer test and if it comes out clean, it’s done!
  • Take out of the oven and then 3-4 min later take out of the tin and cool on a wire rack.
  • Allow to cool completely before cutting it. I normally leave it out covered with a kitchen towel for a good 4-5h or even overnight before cutting and freezing.
    Having said this, no one can stop you having some warm bread with some salted butter or your favourite topping but you will have to tear it while still warm. Hard to resist it, I know!
    Enjoy

Notes

* For a slightly healthier version I use white spelt flour - its so good and it tastes nuttier and truly amazing too. 
 
Did you bake this delightful and divine bread?
 
Please do let me know how you liked it, did you give it any twist by using different flours, how did it turn out for you?  If you liked it, made it, or got inspired, please leave a comment below or even share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #ramonascuisine. 
 
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Thank you for stopping by and I do hope you’ll check my blog again to see what’s new, all amazing cooking ideas and delightful family recipes. 
 
Have a wonderful and blessed day! 

Nutrition

Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 0.5IU | Vitamin C: 0.001mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Nancy says

    January 03, 2022 at 5:16 pm

    5 stars
    Subtle but aromatic bread! I loved it and I will definitely make it again!

    Reply
  2. Lara says

    November 06, 2021 at 5:51 am

    5 stars
    Hi Ramona,
    I have made this recipe just as directed and it was oh my goodness! The best bread I have ever produced! Thanks so much - it is rare you find great recipes like this. I am so glad I have given your recipe a go. I really trust your recipes now after making this bread and the monkfish curry - wow!!- both A M A Z I N G!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 20, 2021 at 12:30 pm

      Thank you so very much Lara, thank you so much for the lovely words, I really appreciate your feedback! Let me know what other recipes you will be making and how you find them.

      Reply
  3. Jagruti Dhanecha says

    November 30, 2018 at 6:39 am

    5 stars
    I am a fan of black pepper and I can imagine of delicious aroma of this bread..great flavours and perfectly baked bread!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 30, 2018 at 6:45 am

      Thank you so much Jagruti, I am so happy you like this recipe 😉

      Reply
  4. Geetha Priyanka says

    November 30, 2018 at 5:48 am

    5 stars
    Wow black pepper in white bread sounds interesting. I am sure this recipe will be a hit at my home. Thanks for sharing this fabulous recipe.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 30, 2018 at 6:49 am

      Thank you Geetha!I am so happy you like my blabk pepper bread recipe ;-), we do too! xx

      Reply
  5. Nadja says

    November 29, 2018 at 8:08 pm

    5 stars
    I can imagine the smell of the freshly baked white bread loaf, served with the yogurt, pesto sauce, and the tomatoes are just a heavenly combination!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 30, 2018 at 5:49 am

      Thank you Nadja! It really is a fab, fab combo indeed! Hope you will try it soon
      Ramona x

      Reply
  6. Amanda says

    November 29, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    5 stars
    Ramona, my husband is crazy about black pepper and bread so this is a winner for me! I think I know what I'm making this weekend now! Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 30, 2018 at 5:48 am

      Ha, ha, thank you Amanda, so am I! I would love to hear from you and how he liked it 😉 Have a great weekend!! xx

      Reply
  7. Julie Running in a Skirt says

    November 28, 2018 at 11:30 am

    5 stars
    Oh my! What a gorgeous combination of flavors for bread! I bet this is so delicious - can't wait to try!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      November 28, 2018 at 5:14 pm

      Thank you Julie, it’s super nice indeed. I hope you’ll like it as much as we do. ??

      Reply
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