Italian bread recipes added by professional chefs

Artisan Bread so easy it almost bakes itself

One of the best books I have purchased in a long time is "Artisan Bread in Five Minutes" by Zoe Francois and…

Ciamelli ( Italian Bagels) pronounced chum-ell)

Ciamelli are like bagels and have a pleasant taste of anise with a burst of orange. They are of Italian…

Focaccia with Olives and Rosemary (Bread Machine or Conventional Method)

Hot, fresh and homemade Focaccia with olives and herbs - what could be…

Focaccia (Italian Flat Bread)

A basic focaccia recipe easy to make. Serve with any number of entrees, salads, soups, use as sandwich bread or as a base for a variety of focaccia…

Italian Herb Bread (Bread Machine or Conventional Yeast Bread Method)

Garlic and Italian herbs infuse this homemade bread which can be made in a…

Italian Monkey Bread

Serious sports fan friends of ours are making pasta for the big game. They’re calling it the “Spaghetti Bowl”. Sorry I couldn’t get the sauce…

Piadini (Italian Flatbread)

Great for panini, or to use as a wrap. You will need a griddle or cast iron skillet.

Ciabatta Bread I

The first of two ciabatta bread recipes I am trying out - this first one is from Fleischmann's Yeast. It is rated "Advanced" in difficulty and I…

Thin Crust Pizza Dough

If you like toppings more than dough, try this. It makes 2 medium pizzas.

Herbed Olive Sandwich Loaf

Hone your artisan baking skills making this savory Italian loaf bread. Olives, garlic, rosemary and Parmesan cheese flavors predominate, and…

Pesto Swirl Bread

Swirl breads are the “lookers” of the yeast bread world! In this recipe traditional cinnamon filling is replaced with basil pesto as the star…

Curt's Italian Grilled Personal Pan Pizza Recipe

Pizza on the grill you say? It's easier than you think and the crust is the best ever... if you have ever had…

Panettone (Italian Christmas Cake)

Bruschetta of Fromage Blanc with tomatoes, basil & anchovies