Recipe Friday

Italian Cheese Bread

2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. sugar

1 tbsp. quick-rise yeast

1 c. warm water

1 tbsp. vegetable oil

1/4 to 1/3 c. prepared Italian salad dressing

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. garlic powder

1/4 tsp. dried oregano

1/4 tsp. dried thyme

dash pepper

1 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese

In a bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Combine water and oil; add to flour mixture. Add additional flour if needed to forma  soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes. Punch the dough down; place on a greased 12-in pizza pan and pat into a 12-in circle. Brush with salad dressing. Combine seasonings, sprinkle over top. Sprinkle cheese over top. Bake at 450 for 15 minutes or untili golden brown. Serve warm.