A delightful twist on classic Italian bread, infused with aromatic herbs for an enhanced flavor.
Add the warm water, olive oil, and sugar to the bread machine pan.
Ensure the water is warm but not hot to activate the yeast properly.
Add half of the bread flour and the salt to the pan.
Adding the salt at this stage helps distribute it evenly in the dough.
Add the remaining bread flour, making a small well in the center, and add the yeast.
Make sure the yeast does not come into direct contact with the salt.
Sprinkle the dried oregano and parsley over the top.
You can adjust the amount of herbs to suit your taste preferences.
Set the bread machine to the French Bread setting with a medium crust and start the cycle.
Check the dough after a few minutes of mixing and scrape down the sides if necessary.
Once the cycle is complete, remove the bread from the machine and let it cool on a wire rack.
Allowing the bread to cool completely helps it set and makes slicing easier.