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Braided Pesto Bread
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

SR By: Sirke Reivo

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Braided Pesto Bread [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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The bread has a crispy crust that is a bit chewy allowing the inside to be soft and tender filled with oh so amazing basil pesto! This bread is excellent with a salad or accompanying a tasty soup.

Ingredients You Need for Braided Pesto Bread [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Dough:

2 cups warm water
1 teaspoon sea salt
0.88 ounces fresh yeast
3- 3 1/2 cups gluten free all purpose flour
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon psyllium

Filling:

Pesto, you can use a store bought but it’s always best when it’s homemade. You'll need about 1/2 cup depending how much you love the stuff.

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How to Prepare Braided Pesto Bread [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Combine water, yeast and salt. Add psyllium to flours. Start adding flour to the liquid mixture, stir and mix well until the dough gets softer.
Add the oil and give a good knead. If you make 2 breads, half the dough
Roll out the dough into a rectangle, 11 x 7 inches. Spread the pesto generously on the rolled dough.
Roll the dough into a log, lengthwise. Cut the dough into half, lengthwise.
Carefully turn the bread upside down and braid. Let rise until the breads are doubled.
Brush with plant based milk. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes until golden brown.