Bread Machine Herb and Mustard Bread
Bold mustard, parsley, and a dash of pepper and garlic powder make a flavorful and attractive loaf of bread. It makes fantastic sandwiches, especially with roast beef or ham!
This flavorful herb and mustard bread is one of those loaves that makes sandwiches extra special. A bold mustard brings tang and depth, while parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper round out the savory flavor. It’s easy to throw everything in the bread machine and let it do the work!
We especially loved this bread with roast beef, mayo, and lettuce, but it would be just as delicious with ham, turkey, or pork. You can stick with parsley or change it up with an herb blend—Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence are great options depending on how you plan to serve it.
What You’ll Like About This Bread
- Super flavorful. Mustard, herbs, garlic, and pepper make a bold and savory loaf.
- Perfect sandwich bread. Especially good with roast beef, ham, or turkey.
- Hands-off baking. Just add the ingredients and let your bread machine do the work.
- Customizable herbs. Use parsley or swap in Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence.
Ingredient Notes
- Milk: Lukewarm milk keeps the dough soft and adds richness.
- Bold mustard: Use spicy brown or whole grain mustard for the best flavor.
- Bread flour: Provides structure and chew—ideal for machine-baked loaves.
- Black pepper: Coarsely ground for subtle bite.
- Garlic powder: Adds a mild savory background.
- Parsley flakes: Brings color and gentle herb flavor—sub in other dried herbs if preferred.
- Sugar: Feeds the yeast and adds balance to the savory ingredients.
- Salt: Enhances overall flavor—don’t skip it.
- Butter: Softened and cut into pieces for easy incorporation.
- Instant yeast: Use bread machine yeast or rapid-rise yeast for best results.
Steps to Make Bread Machine Herb and Mustard Bread
- Add all ingredients to the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.
- Select the quick cycle and choose a light crust setting.
- Start the machine and let it mix, knead, rise, and bake the loaf.
- When finished, carefully remove the loaf and let it cool on a wire rack.
- Slice and serve or store for later.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for best yeast activity and rise.
- Stir the mustard before measuring if it has separated in the jar.
- If your machine allows, check the dough after the first few minutes to adjust consistency with extra flour or liquid if needed.
- Cool completely before slicing for best texture.
Recipe Variations
- Use Herbes de Provence. Adds rosemary, thyme, and savory—great for chicken or turkey sandwiches.
- Try Italian seasoning. Makes the bread perfect for pasta night or toasted cheese sandwiches.
- Add cheese. Stir in ¼ cup grated Parmesan or sharp cheddar with the dry ingredients.
- Mix mustard types. Blend Dijon with spicy brown for layered flavor.
- Bake in oven. Use the dough setting only, shape and bake in a loaf pan at 350°F until golden.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with roast beef, ham, or turkey sandwiches.
- Pair with soup or chili for a satisfying side.
- Toast and top with butter or mustard spread.
- Slice for grilled cheese or paninis.
- Use for picnic sandwiches or lunchboxes.
How to Store
Room temperature: Store in an airtight bag or container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Wrap the whole loaf or individual slices tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Toast slices or warm gently in the oven. Thaw frozen bread at room temperature or toast directly from frozen.
Bread Machine Herb and Mustard Bread
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk, lukewarm
- 4 tablespoons mustard , bold and spicy or a good quality whole grain mustard
- 3 1/2 cups bread flour
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, coarse grind
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes, or bread machine yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, cut in pieces, softened
- 3 teaspoons instant yeast , or bread machine yeast
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to your bread machine in the order recommended by your bread machine manufacturer.
- Bake the bread on the quick cycle, light crust.
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
