Description
Bread of the Dead is a visually striking flatbread that combines creativity and flavor, making it perfect for festive occasions like Halloween or family gatherings. This delightful dish features a unique squid ink dough topped with savory mushroom skulls, fresh herbs, and cheesy goodness. With its rich flavors and easy preparation steps, even novice cooks can impress their guests. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, this versatile flatbread offers a delicious way to celebrate.
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
- 1/2 tsp squid ink
- 1 cup warm water
- 4 oz button mushrooms
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup shallots (or red onion)
- 4–5 cloves garlic
- 2 Tbsp cooking apple juice
- Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup jarred pesto sauce
- Green Pesto Gouda cheese
Instructions
- Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and yeast in a mixing bowl. Add olive oil and squid ink; mix.
- Gradually add warm water until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes.
- Grease a bowl with olive oil, place the dough inside, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour.
- Prepare mushroom skulls by slicing and sautéing in butter until golden brown.
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out risen dough into desired shapes.
- Spread pesto on each flatbread base and top with sautéed mushrooms, shallots, garlic, thyme, and cheese.
- Bake for approximately 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg