Step 1

Measure the flour, yeast, salt, oil and water into the bowl of a freestanding mixer. Mix well using the dough hook until the dough comes together. You may need to add a little more water, if it looks dry.

Step 2

Tip the dough on to a floured worksurface and knead for about 5 minutes, until soft and smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover tightly with cling film and leave to rise in a warm place for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 3

Tip the dough onto a floured surface and knead (or knock back) for 2–3 minutes. Flatten out the dough to a round about 20cm/8in diameter, add the cheese and herbs and firmly knead into the dough until evenly distributed. Shape into 32 evenly sized balls (weigh the dough if you want the balls to be exactly the same).

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas Line a large baking sheet with baking paper.

Step 5

Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet in a round shape, so they are touching slightly. Cover with a clean tea towel and leave to prove in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until well risen and almost doubled in size.

Step 6

Brush the surface of the rolls with beaten egg and bake for 25–30 minutes, until well risen and golden-brown on top and underneath. Slide onto a wire rack to cool slightly before serving warm.