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Gluten Free Pantry’s French Bread
Bread is obviously the number one thing that people who have to go gluten-free miss the most. Or maybe I should say real bread, that really tastes like bread. Since I went gluten-free I’ve only found three breads that I like. Udi’s breads and bagels, a recipe that I tweaked a little from a gluten-free cookbook, and Gluten Free Pantry’s french bread mix.
The first time I tried Gluten Free Pantry’s mix, I did not like it at all! But because gluten-free baking can be kind of persnickety, I decided to give it another try with my own flair. I’ve made it numerous times with all kinds of additions since then and have loved it every time. This is also the bread that I use to make gluten-free croutons and gluten-free bread crumbs (minus the herbs).
A french bread pan is a must. They aren’t expensive, just look around in your local kitchen stores. If you’ve never made gluten-free bread it’s important to know that it doesn’t react like regular bread dough. Most gluten-free bread mixes come out more like a batter that needs to be spread. If you place it onto a baking sheet or stone, it will spread out and end up too thin and a little weird. But don’t fret, it’s incredibly easy. Much easier than making “real” bread.
Italian French Bread
1 Package Gluten Free Pantry French Bread and Pizza Dough Mix
Olive Oil
Eggs
Almond Milk
Honey
Cider Vinegar
Sea Salt
1 Heaping Tablespoon Dried Oregano
1 Heaping Tablespoon Dried Basil
1 Heaping Tablespoon Garlic, diced
Mix the bread dough according to the directions except substitute the water with almond milk, use olive oil instead of regular oil, use sea salt instead of regular salt, and add the oregano, basil, and garlic and mix on medium-high for 4 minutes instead of the suggested 2 minutes.
Line the french bread pan with parchment. You probably don’t have to but I hate washing bread pans and baking sheets so I always line them with parchment. (I also think that cookies and breads bake more evenly when using parchment.)
Dollop the batter as evenly as you can on each side of the pan.
With a spoon, spread the batter and even it out into the shape of baguettes.
Place in a warm place (I used the warming drawer in my oven) to rise for about 40 minutes.
Whisk 1 egg in a small bowl. Brush over both baguettes and then slit each loaf down the middle with a very sharp knife.
Bake in a pre-heated 350 degree oven (375 if you’re using an electric oven) for a minimum of 40 minutes. Gluten-free bread isn’t necessarily done when tapped on and makes a hollow sound like regular bread. I always cook mine for the amount of time the recipe suggests plus 5-8 minutes longer to ensure that the bread isn’t too moist in the middle and is going to collapse when it cools.
If you can stand it, allow it to cool a little bit before slicing so the loaf doesn’t squish down. We can never make it that long. If you’re careful when you slice off a hot piece, it will be just fine. And really, there’s nothing better than fresh bread out of the oven, so don’t miss out!
15 Comments on “Gluten Free Pantry’s French Bread”
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I’m going to a cousin’s home for Christmas and she’s now gluten-free. (Gluten-free in my family!?!?!?!) Your bread looks great, has a nice crumb and crust. I’m going to experiment with it and, if I can get a loaf nearly as good as yours, I’ll be bringing it to her home on Christmas Day. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe & tips.
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This turned out just perfect! I have not done much gluten-free baking but would like to start.. it seems like it would be easier to digest, I think. This bread is so golden, fresh looking it would be a perfect first recipe:)
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aim allergic to all nuts what can I use in place of the almond milk?
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Any type of milk would work just fine. 🙂
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Glutino makes it now. Here’s a link where you can research ingredients. 🙂 http://www.glutino.com/products/baking-mixes/french-bread-pizza-mix/
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I really like the Gluten Free Pantry French Bread mix and was looking for it online, which is how I found your page. I’ve noticed that when I try to order it, it switches me to the Glutino product. And while I like the Glutino products (haven’t tried this particular one), the ingredients are different. Have you tried the Glutino one and how does it compare to the Gluten Free Pantry one?
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Hi Grace, I haven’t tried it. I am grain free at the moment so rice flour is off my list, unfortunately. I wonder if you could call them and inquire? Hopefully the recipe has stayed the same and just the packaging has changed. Thanks for stopping by and commenting! 🙂
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Thank you for this recipe. i cannot wait to try it. And even more thanks to linking the mix that you used!
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I hunted all over for the “Gluten Free Pantry french bread & pizza mx without anyluck, so I called Glutino, the company who makes it. They replied that it is no longer being made anymore. They do have a pizza mix, but the lady said it is a different recipe. So I guess we are out of luck there. They do make & sell a gluten free flour. I wonder if it’s the same? Has anyone tried it using the french bread instructions?
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Hi David! Yes, I’ve not been able to find it either. So disappointing! I can’t imagine why they would discontinue such a great product. Below is a link to my absolute favorite gluten free dinner roll recipe by Gluten Free Kitchen. I’ve never tried to bake them into a french bread form, but I can’t imagine why it wouldn’t work. Especially with a french bread pan.
http://mygluten-freekitchen.com/pull-apart-dinner-rolls-gluten-free/
And here’s another french bread recipe of mine that you may enjoy.
https://gluten-free-zen.com/2014/09/01/grain-free-french-bread/
Thank you for stopping by and commenting, let me know how it goes! 🙂
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I can’t buy the flour mix in Canada, I have made my own mix ,but need to know the measurement of how much to use, not just. A packet .if one knows could you please email me at clretired@gmail.com. Thanks.
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