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Bread of the Dead

Bread of the Dead
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Bread of the Dead is a stunning and delicious flatbread that captures the spirit of festive gatherings with its unique flavors and eye-catching presentation. Made with squid ink, fresh herbs, and topped with savory mushrooms, this dish not only delights the palate but also adds a spooky charm to any Halloween celebration or themed dinner. Perfect as a meatless main course or an appetizer, Bread of the Dead is easy to prepare, making it accessible for cooks of all skill levels. This recipe promises to impress your guests and become a memorable addition to your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil (plus more for greasing)
  • 1/2 tsp squid ink
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 4 oz button mushrooms
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup shallots
  • 4–5 cloves garlic
  • 2 Tbsp cooking sherry
  • Fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup jarred pesto sauce
  • Green Pesto Gouda cheese

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, yeast, squid ink, and warm water. Mix until a dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and let rise for about 1 hour.
  3. While dough rises, clean and slice mushrooms into skull shapes. Sauté shallots in butter until translucent; add garlic, mushrooms, cooking sherry, thyme, salt, and pepper until mushrooms are tender.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Divide risen dough into four portions; roll each into flat rounds.
  5. Spread pesto over each round; top with mushroom mixture and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for about 15 minutes until golden.

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