Warm, cheesy and packed with garlic and fresh herbs, this herby cheese bread knot is a great one to serve alongside soup or enjoy fresh from the oven.

Makes: 1 large bread knot

Ingredients

Dough

• 500g high-grade flour
• 7g instant yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 300ml warm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Filling

• 50g butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tbsp chopped chives
• 1 tbsp chopped rosemary
• 1 cup grated cheese
• ½ tsp flaky sea salt

Method

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar and salt.
2. Add the warm water and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and leave in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray.
6. Mix the butter, garlic and herbs together.
7. Roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 40cm x 30cm.
8. Spread with the herb butter and sprinkle over the grated cheese.
9. Roll up tightly from the long edge to form a log.
10. Slice the log lengthways down the middle, leaving one end attached. Twist the two pieces together, keeping the cut sides facing up. Pinch the end to seal.
11. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
13. Enjoy!