Recipe: Mini Cheesy French Loaves
Description: These little loaves look so cute in a gift basket and taste so yummy.  When I make them for gifts, I have to make sure I include my husband on my gift list!
Ingredients: [{"text": "1 package(s) active dry yeast (1/4 ounce)"}, {"text": "1 1/4 cup(s) warm water (110\u00b0 to 115\u00b0)"}, {"text": "2 tablespoon(s) sugar"}, {"text": "1 teaspoon(s) garlic powder"}, {"text": "1 teaspoon(s) salt"}, {"text": "1 teaspoon(s) italian seasoning"}, {"text": "1/2 cup(s) parmesan cheese"}, {"text": "3 to 3 1/2 cup(s) all purpose flour"}, {"text": "- melted butter"}]
Instructions: In a bowl, dissolve yeast in water.  Add the sugar, seasonings, cheese, and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth.  Add enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.  Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch down; divide in half. Roll each half into a 15 x 10 inch rectangle.  Roll up from long side; seal well.  Cut each into three 5 inch loaves; seal ends.  Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet.  Brush loaves with water.  Cover with plastic wrap which has been coated with cooking spray.  Let rise until nearly double in size about 30 minutes.
With a very sharp knife, make three shallow diagonal cuts across the top.  Bake at 400° for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden.  Remove from pan; cool on a wire rack and brush with the melted butter.
Note:  The prep time includes the rising time.
