Crusty Rosemary Garlic French Bread
This delightful Rosemary Garlic French Bread is the perfect companion to any meal! Made effortlessly in a bread machine, it features a beautifully crispy crust that contrasts with its incredibly soft and airy interior. The aromatic blend of dried rosemary and minced garlic elevates this bread, making it a favorite for dipping into olive oil, slathering with butter, or enjoying alongside soups and salads. Your kitchen will fill with irresistible scents that will have your family asking for more, and trust us, one loaf will never be enough!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Active dry yeast
1/4 ounce
Bread flour
3 1/4 cups (sifted)
Salt
1 teaspoon
White sugar
1 teaspoon
Butter
2 teaspoons (softened)
Warm water
1 cup and 2 tablespoons (heated to 100°F-110°F)
Dried rosemary
1 tablespoon (crushed)
Minced garlic
2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
Add the warm water (1 cup + 2 tablespoons) to the bread machine pan. Ensure the temperature is between 100°F to 110°F.
2
Sprinkle the white sugar and salt over the water, followed by the softened butter.
3
Carefully add the bread flour on top of the wet ingredients until fully covered.
4
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the active dry yeast without touching the liquid.
5
Sprinkle the crushed rosemary and minced garlic evenly over the flour.
6
Select the basic white bread cycle on your bread machine. For a 1.5 lb loaf, adjust settings accordingly if necessary.
7
Press start and let the machine do the work. Once the cycle is complete, allow the bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
8
For best flavor, let the bread sit for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recipe for Crusty Rosemary Garlic French Bread?
This recipe is for a bread machine loaf that features a crispy crust and a soft, airy interior flavored with rosemary and garlic.
What size loaf does this recipe produce?
The recipe is designed for a 1.5 lb loaf.
What bread machine setting should I use?
You should select the basic white bread cycle on your bread machine.
What is the recommended water temperature for the yeast?
The water should be between 100°F and 110°F to properly activate the yeast.
How much yeast is required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 ounce of active dry yeast.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 3 1/4 cups of sifted bread flour.
How much garlic should I add?
You should add 2 teaspoons of minced garlic.
What kind of rosemary is best for this bread?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of crushed dried rosemary.
How much salt and sugar are in the dough?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of white sugar.
Does the recipe use butter or oil?
It uses 2 teaspoons of softened butter.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients in total.
How do I prevent the yeast from touching the liquid too early?
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add the yeast into that well.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Add the warm water to the bread machine pan first.
When do I add the rosemary and garlic?
Sprinkle them evenly over the flour before starting the machine.
How long should the bread cool before slicing?
For the best flavor and texture, let the bread sit for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Is this bread suitable for dipping?
Yes, it is described as perfect for dipping into olive oil.
Should I cool the bread in the pan?
Allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
What is the texture of the interior?
The interior of the bread is incredibly soft and airy.
Can I serve this bread with soup?
Yes, it is an ideal companion for soups and salads.
What is the total amount of water used?
The recipe uses 1 cup and 2 tablespoons of warm water.
Is the bread flour sifted?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies that the bread flour should be sifted.
Can I make this if I am a beginner?
Yes, it is described as a simple and effortless recipe made in a bread machine.
How do I add the sugar and salt?
Sprinkle the white sugar and salt over the water before adding the flour.
What does the butter contribute to the bread?
Softened butter helps create a rich flavor and contributes to the soft interior texture.
How do I ensure the crust is crispy?
The bread machine's baking cycle and the specific ingredient ratios naturally create the crispy crust.
Why should the water be specifically 100°F to 110°F?
This temperature range is warm enough to activate the yeast without killing it.
Does this recipe contain eggs?
No, this recipe does not contain any eggs.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include bread machine, yeast bread, rosemary, garlic, and crusty bread.
Is this a French bread style?
Yes, it is a Crusty Rosemary Garlic French Bread style.
Can I use a wire rack for cooling?
Yes, the instructions specifically recommend transferring the loaf to a wire rack.