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Bread Recipes
Bread really is easy to make, as long as you follow a few simple rules. Get it right and you'll never look back - or want to eat shop-bought loaves again!
Makes 1 small loafCornmeal and Mixed-seed Bread
This is a very quick and easy loaf, but with lots of varying textures. And don't worry if the sunflower seeds turn green during baking – it actually looks very attractive.
Makes 16 rollsPoppy Seed Rolls
Basically these are the familiar soft Vienna rolls – improved, I think, by a liberal sprinkling of poppy seeds.
Makes 12, to serve 4-6Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil
Bruschetta is a very special type of toasted bread, pronounced 'brusketta'. When I first tasted the real thing in Tuscany, it was one of the most memorable eating experiences of my life. Italian country bread is toasted on both sides over hot, fragra
Serves 1Croque Monsieur
This satisfying snack for one conjures up memories of pavement cafes in Paris for Delia...but you can enjoy it just as much on an autumnal British day.
Serves 6 as a starter or 3 as a light lunchCrostini with Anchovies, Roasted Vegetables and Mozzarella
Perfect party nibbles - or a great snack. However you see these, rest assured they will be hugely popular with all who eat them.
Makes 12, to serve 4-6 Crostini Lazio
These elegant little morsels are simplicity itself to make. Serve them with drinks or as part of a buffet spread...
Makes 12Pitta Bread
Home-made pitta bread is a million times better than the often doughy tasteless versions on offer in shops, and they're not at all difficult to make.
Makes 12 rollsQuick Brown Rolls
This recipe requires 5-6 minutes kneading and only one rise, so it is relatively quick.
Serves 2Mozzarella in Carrozza
A fantastic variation on the toasted sandwich, or even Croque Monsieur, this is a real Italian treat!
Makes 4 mini focacciaMini Focaccia Bread with Blue Cheese, Garlic and Thyme Topping
Focaccia is an Italian flat bread made with olive oil. The flavour of the oil is important, so it's advisable to use a good, strong, fruity virgin olive oil for this.
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