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.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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!