Gilroy California Garlic Bread

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Gilroy, california, is the garlic capital of the universe—the only place where you can hang a steak outside on a clothesline to marinate in the garlic fumes from nearby fields and processing plants. This bread is loaded with garlic flavor, has a wonderful consistency, and is guaranteed to keep vampires away. Time includes rising.

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Steps

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Soften the yeast in the water in a large bowl.

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Add the cottage cheese , garlic , egg , oil , oregano , sugar , salt , and baking soda and stir well.

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Add the flour to the mixture , blend well , and put in a warm place to rise , loosely covered , until doubled in size.

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Stir the dough down and turn out into a well-greased , 2-quart casserole dish.

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Let rise for another 30 minutes.

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Preheat the oven to 350f.

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Bake the bread for 40 minutes , or until the top is lightly browned , then let rest for 10 minutes.

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Slice and serve warm.

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Ingredients

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active dry yeast, warm water, cottage cheese, garlic cloves, egg, olive oil, dried oregano, sugar, garlic, baking soda, all-purpose flour