Vegan Zero-Waste Basil Pesto Babka (Swirl Bread)

Prep Time: 2 Hours

Bake Time: 40 Minutes

Total Time: 2 Hours & 40 Minutes

Bread Ingredients:

3 c. Flour (extra for rolling)

2 tbsp. Yeast

1 c. Warm water

1/4 c. Olive oil

1/2 tsp. Salt

Zero-Waste Basil Pesto

Method:

Combine the warm water and yeast in a bowl and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes. Measure the flour, salt, and oil into a stand mixer (or large bowl). Add the water a kneed the dough for 8 minutes. Set the dough in a warm spot with a towel covering the bowl for 1 hour to rise.

Make the pesto while the dough is rising.

Lay flour on a clean surface and roll the dough into a large rectangle. Add the pesto to one side of the dough. Roll the dough into one long log. Cut the dough down the log starting 1 inch from the top (a portion of the dough should still be connected). Braid the dough and place it in a greased bread pan to rise for 30-45 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375. Bake the babka for forty minutes. Enjoy fresh from the oven.

Serving Size: 6-8