Italian Party Bread

Italian Party Bread
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    71

Imagine the vibrant flavors of an Italian deli transformed into a stunning, shareable loaf. This Italian Party Bread features layers of savory meats, cheeses, and zesty peppers, all nestled within a perfectly golden-brown crust. It's surprisingly simple to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    29 g
  • Cholesterol
    19 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    12 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    715 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Place pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and roll into a rectangle, about 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. If the dough resists, allow it to rest for a few minutes to relax the gluten. Spread pesto evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Arrange provolone, prosciutto, and banana peppers evenly over the pesto. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Tightly roll the dough lengthwise, creating a log with the seam facing down. Gently flatten the log and lightly dust the top with flour. Using a pizza wheel or sharp knife, cut the log lengthwise into 3 equal strips, exposing the filling. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Arrange the strips side-by-side, with the cut sides facing up. Braid the strips together, pinching the ends to seal. Form the braid into a circular wreath, tucking the ends underneath to secure the shape. Carefully transfer the wreath to the prepared baking sheet. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm or at room temperature. (30 minutes)

For a deeper flavor, consider using a combination of pesto variations, such as sun-dried tomato pesto or basil pesto.
Feel free to customize the fillings to your liking! Try adding sliced salami, roasted red peppers, or artichoke hearts.
If you don't have pizza dough, you can use puff pastry for a flakier, richer bread.
The bread is best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a low oven to restore crispness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 23 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Vaughn Ryan

    This recipe was a huge hit at my party! Everyone raved about the flavors and presentation.

  • Lexi Torphy

    Next time, I'll try adding some garlic to the pesto for an extra kick.

  • Scottie Blandagrant

    The braiding technique was a little tricky at first, but the end result was worth it.

  • Shayna Kautzer

    I substituted the prosciutto with pepperoni, and it was still delicious!

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