Garlic Bread

There is nothing I love to bake more than bread and nothing compares to a warm loaf right out of the oven. This Garlic Bread makes the house smell so good!

Garlic Bread

2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 c lukewarm water
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 1/4 tsp or 1 pkg yeast
2 1/2 to 3 1/2 c all purpose flour
2 tbsp parmesan cheese
1/4 c romano cheese

In a small skillet, combine the garlic and olive oil. Heat over medium heat just until the garlic starts to brown. Remove from heat and pour into a large bowl and allow to cool.
Meanwhile, combine the water (not over 110 degrees) sugar, salt, and yeast. Let set for 5 minutes or until yeast starts to foam. Add to the cooled oil. Add in 2 1/2 c flour and mix with a wooden spoon until a thick dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth - about 5 minutes. I prefer a slightly sticky, looser dough. You may not need all of the flour.
Place dough in a well oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour or until doubled in bulk. (I like to turn my oven on to 150 degrees and set my bowl on top of the stove.)
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Once the dough has doubled in bulk, punch down and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Shape into a rectangle and place on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake for 15 minutes or until browned.