Rosemary Infused Sea Salt Artisan Bread
This Rosemary Infused Sea Salt Artisan Bread is a delightful twist on traditional yeast breads, capturing the essence of rustic charm. It features a reduced salt content, allowing the aromatic notes of fresh rosemary to shine through. With a blend of multi-grain flour or white whole wheat, this bread not only tastes great but also offers wholesome nutrition. Perfect for accompanying your favorite soups, salads, or simply enjoyed warm with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this recipe yields two beautifully rounded loaves that are easy to share with loved ones.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Active Dry Yeast
1 tablespoon (none)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
Warm Water
3/4 cup (none)
Multi-Grain All-Purpose Flour or White Whole Wheat Flour
2 cups (none)
Fine Sea Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Fresh Rosemary Leaves, Chopped
3 tablespoons (chopped)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons, approximately (none)
Coarse Sea Salt
to taste (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, combine the active dry yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it stand for about 10 minutes until it becomes bubbly and frothy.
2
Add 1 cup of the flour to the yeast mixture and stir until well combined.
3
Incorporate the remaining flour, fine sea salt, chopped rosemary, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
4
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle in additional flour as needed until it becomes elastic and smooth. Shape the dough into a ball.
5
Lightly oil a medium bowl with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Dip the top of the dough ball into the oil, turn it over, and then place it in the bowl, coating the entire surface with oil. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size (approximately 1 hour).
6
For those using a bread machine, combine all the ingredients directly in the machine and select the dough cycle. Check the dough about 10 minutes into the cycle, using a spatula to help incorporate any loose flour. Allow the dough to rise in the machine without additional oil.
7
Once risen, turn the dough out onto a lightly oiled surface. Gently deflate the dough and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
8
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly grease a baking pan or prepare your baking stone.
9
Divide the rested dough into two equal portions, shaping each into a rounded loaf.
10
Brush the tops of the loaves with the remaining olive oil (1 to 2 teaspoons) and sprinkle with coarse sea salt, adjusting to your taste preference.
11
Let the loaves rise, lightly covered, for another 30 minutes.
12
Place the loaves in the baking pan or directly onto the baking stone. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the loaves are lightly golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
13
Allow to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosemary Infused Sea Salt Artisan Bread?
It is a rustic yeast bread that features aromatic fresh rosemary and sea salt, using multi-grain or white whole wheat flour for wholesome nutrition.
What types of flour are recommended for this recipe?
You can use either multi-grain all-purpose flour or white whole wheat flour.
How much yeast is required?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast.
What is the purpose of adding sugar to the yeast?
Sugar is combined with the yeast and warm water to help it become bubbly and frothy during the 10-minute standing period.
How much warm water is used in the dough?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of warm water.
How long should the yeast mixture stand before adding flour?
It should stand for about 10 minutes until it becomes bubbly.
How much fresh rosemary is needed?
You will need 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh rosemary leaves.
How long should I knead the dough?
Knead the dough for about 10 minutes on a floured surface until it becomes elastic and smooth.
What should I do if the dough is too sticky during kneading?
If the dough is sticky, sprinkle in additional flour as needed until it reaches the desired smooth consistency.
How long is the first rise?
The dough should rise in a warm place for approximately 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Can I use a bread machine for this recipe?
Yes, you can use a bread machine by selecting the dough cycle and following the specific instructions for incorporating flour.
What is the baking temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius).
How many loaves does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields two rounded loaves.
How much salt is used in the dough?
The dough contains 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt.
What type of oil is used?
Extra virgin olive oil is used both in the dough and for coating the surface of the loaves.
What kind of salt is sprinkled on top of the bread?
Coarse sea salt is sprinkled on the tops of the loaves before baking.
How long is the second rise?
After shaping into loaves, let them rise for another 30 minutes while lightly covered.
How long does the bread bake?
The loaves should bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
How do I know when the bread is finished baking?
The bread is done when the loaves are lightly golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Should I cool the bread before slicing?
Yes, allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Does this recipe have reduced salt?
Yes, the recipe features a reduced salt content to allow the aromatic rosemary notes to shine.
What is the best way to serve this artisan bread?
It is perfect with soups, salads, or served warm with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
How much olive oil goes into the dough mixture?
One tablespoon of olive oil is incorporated into the dough during the mixing phase.
What preparation is needed for the rosemary?
The fresh rosemary leaves should be chopped before being added to the dough.
Do I need to grease the bowl for the first rise?
Yes, lightly oil a medium bowl with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and coat the dough ball surface.
How long should the dough rest after being deflated?
After the first rise and gentle deflation, let the dough rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Can I bake this on a baking stone?
Yes, you can bake the loaves either in a baking pan or directly on a prepared baking stone.
Is sugar necessary for this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of sugar to help activate the yeast.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients: yeast, sugar, water, flour, fine sea salt, rosemary, olive oil, and coarse sea salt.
What is the main flavor profile?
The main flavors are fresh rosemary and sea salt, complemented by the nutty notes of multi-grain or whole wheat flour.