Best 2 Fresh Rosemary Bread Recipes

**Rosemary bread: A fragrant and rustic delight**

Rosemary bread is a classic savory bread that combines the fresh, herbaceous flavor of rosemary with a tender, chewy crumb. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own. This article offers three delicious rosemary bread recipes, each with its own unique twist:

* **Classic rosemary bread:** This traditional recipe yields a golden brown loaf with a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy interior. The rosemary is added to the dough, infusing it with its distinctive flavor.
* **Roasted garlic rosemary bread:** This variation adds roasted garlic to the mix, creating a savory and aromatic bread that's perfect for dipping in olive oil or soup.
* **Sun-dried tomato rosemary bread:** This recipe incorporates sun-dried tomatoes, adding a tangy sweetness to the bread. It's perfect for serving with grilled chicken or fish.

All three recipes are easy to follow and require just a few simple ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, you'll be able to create a delicious loaf of rosemary bread that's sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FOCACCIA BREAD HERBED WITH BLACK OLIVE & FRESH ROSEMARY

Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive & Fresh Rosemary image

Try it with Sun dried tomatoes instead of the olives. Have a dish of first press extra virgin olive oil, season it with pepper. Dip away!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories Yeast Breads

Time 45m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 small potato, peeled
1 1/2 cups bread flour
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 (1/4 ounce) package fast rising yeast
1 1/3 cups warm potato water (more or less)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided use
2 tablespoons freshly snipped rosemary
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
2 tablespoons sliced black olives
sea salt

Steps:

Cover potato with cold water in medium saucepan.
Simmer until potato is tender.
Drain, reserving cooking liquid.
Mash potato.
Meanwhile, sprinkle yeast over 1/2 cup warm (NOT HOT) potato water with dissolved 1 tablespoon sugar in small bowl, mix together.
Let stand until the yeast begins to act, about 5 minutes.
Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to the yeast mixture.
In a food processor add together the flours, potato and salt.
Pulse 4 times.
With the machine running slowly pour through feed tube the yeast mixture.
Adding rest of water to make a ball of dough in the machine.
(Be careful not to over add the water) Use only enough water so the dough comes into a ball and away from sides of bowl.
Knead for 1 minute in food processor.
Turn out on a floured surface, and knead just until smooth.
Keep the dough soft.
Pour 1/2 teaspoon of the oil into a clean bowl.
Place the dough in the bowl, turning once to oil the top.
Cover.
Let rise until doubled, 30 to 45 minutes.
Punch the dough down.
Use 1 teaspoon of the oil to coat a baking sheet, and place the dough on the baking sheet.
Gently press the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness.
Pour the remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons oil over the top of the dough.
Use your knuckle to dimple the dough at 1-1/2 inch intervals.
Sprinkle with the rosemary, black olives and the cheese.
Place in a cold oven on the center shelf.
Place a flat pan of hot water on the shelf below the bread.
Let rise until doubled, 20 to 25 minutes.
Sprinkle with salt to taste.
Turn on the oven to 375°F.
Bake the focaccia for 20 to 25 minutes, or until browned on top.
Remove from the pan, and cool on a wire rack.
Serve warm.

FRESH ROSEMARY BREAD

Fresh Rosemary Bread image

This a wonderful herbed, cheese bread to serve with soup.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
¾ cup whole wheat flour
1 ¼ cups bread flour
¾ cup oat bran
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic salt
¼ cup vital wheat gluten
1.188 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)

Steps:

Place ingredients into the pan of the bread machine in the order suggested by the manufacturer. Select Oat/French or White Bread cycle and the Light setting for the crust. Start.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 426.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh rosemary, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried rosemary.
Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the bread tough.
Let the dough rise in a warm place. This will help the dough to rise properly.
Bake the bread until it is golden brown. This will ensure that the bread is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Fresh rosemary bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that is perfect for any occasion. The rosemary gives the bread a unique and flavorful taste that is sure to please everyone. This bread is also very versatile and can be used for sandwiches, toast, or even as a side dish. So next time you're looking for a new bread recipe to try, be sure to give fresh rosemary bread a try!