Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups unbleached flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 scant tablespoon or 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup soft butter
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes in juice
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method

  • Cut 2 tablespoons butter unto 1/4-inch dice.
  • Place on a piece of waxed paper and place in the freezer.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  • Heat soft butter and tomatoes to 125 degrees.
  • Add to the dry ingredients with the egg, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
  • Beat vigorously for 2 minutes.
  • Turn dough into a well-greased, 8-inch round pan.
  • Cover with a tightly woven towel and let rise for 1 hour.
  • About 10 minutes before baking, preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Just before baking, remove the diced butter from the freezer and sprinkle on the top of the dough.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the bread reaches 190 degrees.
  • Serve immediately.