Olive Oil, Basil And Rosemary Bread Recipe

Name: Olive Oil, Basil And Rosemary Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Tablespoons Sugar; 2 cups Warm Water, divided; 2 Tablespoons Yeast; 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 teaspoons Salt; 5 cups Flour; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 Tablespoons Basil; 2 Tablespoons Rosemary; 4 Tablespoons Butter; 1 Tablespoon Sea Salt; Olive Oil, For Coating The Pans And The Bread

Servings: persons

4 Tablespoons Sugar
2 cups Warm Water, divided
2 Tablespoons Yeast
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 teaspoons Salt
5 cups Flour
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 Tablespoons Basil
2 Tablespoons Rosemary
4 Tablespoons Butter
1 Tablespoon Sea Salt
Olive Oil, For Coating The Pans And The Bread

1
Add sugar to 1/2 cup of the water and then add the yeast. Stir to dissolve the yeast in the water. Let it sit until it bubbles and doubles in size, about 10 minutes.
2
Pour oil in a bowl with the rest of the water, the regular salt and the yeast mixture. Mix. Add the flour a little at a time. Add the garlic and herbs at this point to get them mixed into the dough. If you are using a Kitchen Aid mixer, put it on medium for about five minutes with the bread hook. You can add more flour as necessary to get the right consistency. It will be done when it isn't sticking to the hook.
3
Coat a cookie sheet or shallow pan in olive oil and cut the dough into two balls. Set them on the pan and cover. Let them stand for about 20 minutes, then punch down the dough and mold them into two loaves. Put them in two loaf pans coated generously with olive oil. Cover and let sit until they double in size. This can take about an hour depending on humidity levels. When they are doubled, put a few pats of butter on the top of the loaves and salt the tops with the sea salt. Bake in a 350u00b0F oven for about 30 minutes.
4
You can adjust the spices to your liking. My husband isn't a big fan of rosemary, so if he is eating it I will add less of that.

818

kcal

Calories

Fat

131

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Tablespoons Sugar, 2 cups Warm Water, divided, 2 Tablespoons Yeast, 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Olive Oil, Basil And Rosemary Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Olive Oil, Basil And Rosemary Bread

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