French-Inspired Skillet Corn Bread

A french-inspired take on skillet corn bread, built around thyme, Dijon, garlic, and butter.

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water or milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil or softened butter
• 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon garlic

Directions

1. Combine warm liquid, yeast, and sweetener and let stand 5 minutes.
2. Mix in fat, salt, seasonings, and enough flour to form a soft dough.
3. Knead until smooth and elastic.
4. Let rise until doubled.
5. Shape into a loaf or rolls and proof 30 minutes.
6. Bake at 375°F to 400°F until golden and cooked through.