step 1
Puree the Plum Tomato (1 can) an immersion blender, food processor, or blender. Pour in a small saucepan and heat to 115 degrees F (45 degrees C).
step 2
Remove from the heat, and stir in the Active Dry Yeast (2 pckg) and Granulated Sugar (1 Tbsp). Allow to sit until foamy and activated about ten minutes.
step 3
Transfer the tomato mix to a standing mixer with the paddle attachment.
step 4
Add the Onions (4 Tbsp), 1 clove of Garlic (2 cloves), Dried Basil (1 Tbsp), Simply Organic® Oregano (1 Tbsp), Celery Seeds (1/2 tsp), Salt (2 tsp), and Mozzarella Cheese (1 cup).
step 5
Mix on low speed, while gradually adding in the All-Purpose Flour (5 cups) a cup at a time. Continue to mix until firm dough forms.
step 6
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
step 7
Transfer to a large buttered bowl and turn to coat with butter. Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place and double in size, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
step 8
While the dough is rising, create the filling. heat 2 counts of Olive Oil (as needed) in a small sauce pan over medium-high heat.
step 9
Saute the Onion (1) until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic and sauce until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Remove from heat.
step 10
Mix together with the Ricotta Cheese (1/2 cup), onion and garlic mix, Fresh Spinach (2 cups), Marsala Wine (1 Tbsp), and juice from Lemon (1/4). Season with Salt (to taste) and Simply Organic® Black Pepper (to taste), tasting and adjusting as needed. Refrigerate until needed.
step 11
Punch the dough down and divide in half. Roll each half into a rectangle about 3/4 inch thick. Spread each with the spinach filling. Roll up each rectangle into a jelly roll like shape and place on greased baking sheets. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let it rise for 1 hour.
step 12
When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
step 13
Beat the Eggland's Best Classic White Egg (1) with a splash of water and brush over the tops of the loaves. Sprinkle with parmesan if desired. Bake until lightly browned and sounds hollow when lightly thumped, 45-55 minutes.
step 14
Cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
step 15
Slice and serve with butter, grated parmesan, marinara, or a broth soup for dipping. Enjoy!
