We are ALL about the bread over here this week.
When one loaf goes, another one is created. And ohhh baby, was this last one a good one.
It was leftovers again for dinner last night, but we still needed a little something more to go with it. Jay requested something different from the last loaf, so I skimmed my recipes and put together two of our favorite things into this bread – cheese and Italian anything.
The bread was killerrrrr. I think I love it even more than my Hearty Oat Loaf. Seriously. You can check out the recipe down at the bottom of this post, but you have to promise me that you’re going to make it soon and tell me you love it. 
While Jay had some leftover soup, I had the last portion of Tuesday night’s Crock Pot Chicken Taco Chili.
Because, you know…cheesy Italian bread is the perfect match for Mexican-flavored chili.
The chili was good, but I got full super quick and couldn’t even finish it all. So not like me. Must have been from all the bread.
Last night I also ended up watching another Redbox movie – What To Expect When You’re Expecting. Oh man, was it FUNNY. Much more so than I would have expected.
And don’t even get me started on the baby fever that ensues…just a warning.
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Breakfast
I was in a bit of a cereal mood this morning. It’s been a while.
Today’s bowl was filled with…
- Cascadian Farms Ancient Grains Granola
- Cascadian Farms Purely O’s (which are on the verge of being stale, blech)
- Erewhon Buckwheat & Hemp cereal
- raspberries
- unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- Justin’s almond butter
I really never thought I’d be a fan of the almond butter on cereal trend, but I’ve surprised myself. It’s soooo good.
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And now, who’s ready for a recipe?? 
Cheesy Italian Quick Bread
(adapted from Taste of Home)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Servings: Depends on how generous your slices are!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 3 tablespoons cold butter
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- Optional: spray butter, an extra tbsp butter, or garlic spray
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 9-inch round baking pan with cooking spray; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients and mix well. Cut in cold butter with a pastry blender (or two knives/forks) until mixture is made up of fine crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together egg, Greek yogurt, and milk. Stir into dry ingredients until just moistened – do not over mix! (If your dough is still a little dry, add an extra splash of milk).
Spoon into prepared baking pan, sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and extra butter, if desired. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
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I don’t think I could trust myself around a loaf of that bread!
Erica { EricaDHouse.com } recently posted..Questions for Runners
That bread looks delicious! I love that I don’t need a bread maker to make it – I will have to try it out once I finish moving
Lauren @ Chocolate, Cheese and Wine recently posted..C25K Week 5 Recap
Oh man! I love cheese bread but I’m almost afraid to make this after the way that we (and by we, I mean I) demolished a loaf of your hearty oat bread.
Andrea @ Vegvacious recently posted..What I Ate Wednesday
You better believe this bread is making an appearance in our house verrrry soon! Already pinned it!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries recently posted..9/13: Thursday Thoughts
This bread looks incredible! I definitely want to make it asap! I love that you don’t need a breadmaker
Hope @ With A Side Of Hope recently posted..My Experience at FEASTIVAL in Philadelphia!…
Yum! I want that chili and the quick bread this weekend!
Laurie @ Love, Laugh, Laurie recently posted..Milo’s Trip to the Vet
This bread puts any grilled cheese to shame…yum!!
The bread looks delicious! I also rented that movie from Redbox last night! I loooved it. I was laughing so hard, but crying at all the sentimental parts too (haha I’m a sap!).
Brigitt recently posted..Braised Red Cabbage (Rotkraut)
Ohhhhh my. That looks amazing!!!!
Yellow Haired Girl recently posted..I’d Never Miss It
This looks great! I love how you use a circle pan lol
Rachel recently posted..Times are changing
The bread looks yummy! Can I just take a moment to marvel at the fact that your husband will eat leftovers? I can sometimes get one more night out of a dish, but it’s always pushing it!
Natalie @ Free Range Human recently posted..Wonderfully Typical
That bread looks delicious… definitely going to have to try out the recipe, thanks!
omg that bread sounds amazing! i love the cheesy addition to it..cheese makes everything so much better
chelcie @ chelcie’s food files recently posted..New Omelet Creation + Coconut Cinnamon Sweet Potato Wedges
I so want a piece of that bread and some warm soup right now!! I am suffering my serious allergies and the thought of that looks oh so comforting!!! I would make it right this second but I don’t have the cheese on hand…..boo hoo!!!!!
Suzanne @ Fit Minded Mom recently posted..Did I Really Sleep That Long
I have never made bread before! But this actually looks pretty easy. I’ll have to keep that in mind it looks delicious!
Danielle @ Itsaharleyyylife recently posted..The Secret Is Out: Starbucks
Any chance that this could be made with soy or almond milk? I don’t have any skim milk at the house but would LOVE to make this!
Oh my! That bread sounds amazing! I might have to give it a try with some lactose-free cheese because I need to try this!
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More recently posted..What’s Beautiful – Re-Motivating Myself
I’ve never attempted to make bread, but after reading about your delicious bread, I may have to give it a try this weekend while JP watches football.
Allison @ Running Through Red Lights recently posted..Thursday Thoughts
I need to check out What to Expect…I am in denial about my baby fever. Random babies are smiling at me everywhere and it makes me ache. And Baby GAP…doesn’t hurt to browse, right?
YUM. That looks soooo delicious! I wish the oven at my school apartment worked so I could make it here.
michelle kim recently posted..Apologies to My Hamstrings
That bread looks SOOO good – kind of reminds me of the red lobster rolls but in bread form! My mouth is watering – the soup and bread will probably be a weekend dinner!
Thanks for the recipe!
Amanda recently posted..All About Food
That bread DOES look good! I am definitely going to make it! My parents just got back from Italy and brought back some ridiculous olive oil and balsamic vinegar!! Would go perfectly with this!
Linz @ Itz Linz recently posted..RW Half Marathon Discount Code
That bread has me drooling…oh my goshhhh! Yum.
Angela @ Health’s Angel recently posted..Shellac Be Gone
Yum! That bread looks delicious! Loving the Fall decor too!
stellina @ My Yogurt Addiction recently posted..Running & Knee Pain
I’ve been skeptical of adding almond butter to my cereal too (oats yes but cereal? hmm). I think it’s time I try it though because your bowl looks delicious!
Meghan @ After the Ivy League recently posted..Chipotle Turkey Burgers
I want to bathe in Justins Maple Almond butter, need to make another order to Ireland soon!
Michelle@Peachy Palate recently posted..An Omega 3 Sensation
My husband would love this! He loves Italian herbs and looovvveess cheese. I’ve got to make this soon! Thanks
Annette@FitnessPerks recently posted..Abs ‘N’ Sweat Circuit Workout
I’m loving all these bread recipes from you lately! Definitely going to have to add this to my must-make list!
Bethany @ Accidental Intentions recently posted..Thursday Things
that bread looks scrumptions! so does the taco chili – will have to try both
that bread looks so FREAKIN DELICIOUS. pinned!!
Julianna @ Julianna Bananna recently posted..One Week.
Ohhh my goodness yum yum yum
Carol @ Lucky Zucca recently posted..Thunder Dog
That bread looks delicious! Unfortunately, I’m taking a break from it at the moment. I’m glad you mentioned that movie….it was one I really wanted to see, but forgot about it. The almond butter in the cereal is better than I thought it would be too!
kim@hungryhealthygirl recently posted..Thursday Things: Favorite Books
Oh my GOSH What to Expect is so funny! I was actually so shocked at the immediate “baby fever” I had after watching it. The part when J.Lo and her husband meet their baby?! GAHH!!
Colleen @ The Lunchbox Diaries recently posted..True Statements
That movie arrives from Netflix today! Can’t wait. A little concerned about the baby fever though. I am trying your bread next week, thanks for the recipe! Love bread recipes that done require yeast!!
I wanted to rent that movie on Tuesday night cause I saw it was a new release and the hubby said no to baby fever! haha how did he know? Speaking of movies, we finally rented The Lucky One and I didn’t like it as much as I thought I would- it was kinda slow.
Carrie @ Lift Eat Repeat recently posted..A Week In Workouts
Oh my goodness…That bread looks like a cheese tea biscuit! I’m drooling
And almond butter on cereal!? Gurrllll…you’ve been missing out BIG TIME. I NEVER have cereal without some kind of nut butter 
Lauren @The Homeostatic Mindset recently posted..Annoyed
I’ve never had almond butter on cereal, but it’s SO good on oatmeal – I can’t believe I didn’t know about this for most of my life!
Megan@funsizedfitness recently posted..Thundering Thursday
Oh my goodness! Yum!
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake recently posted..WIAW – Week 27
Oooh thanks for the inspiration, the chilli recipe looks amazing! I’ve only just caught up over the last few days but I’ll definitely have to try that, together with the bread, my husband would love it
Sarah @ Practice Princess recently posted..White Picket Fence
This is tooooo funny. I just posted that I had bought my first jar of Jason’s Almond Butter and I read your post and you put it on your cereal. Stupid question – what do you do with the oil on top? Stir it in or pour it off??? I’m an almond butter newbie.
Andrea @ Barbells and Buttercream recently posted..Maple Almond Confusion
you stir it all up! it helps the bottom not to dry out, just like with natural peanut butter.
Is there something that I could substitute for the greek yogurt? I am in NEED of this bread and don’t have any on hand.
I still watch GH but never at the 3pm time but I’m upset about them moving an hour early- its silly but it just seems wrong!
This is in the oven now! Eating it with broccoli cheese soup! Didn’t have any yogurt so omitted it!
I made this bread tonight to go with your crockpot veggie stew. They were both a hit but the bread was the favorite. My son called it a cheese scone. I will definitely make it again. So easy and yummy!
I made the bread tonight! It is fantastic! Went great with vegetable barley soup.
Nicki recently posted..How Does Life Experience Translate into Job Skills?
I made this bread finally and confess to eating two slices!
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