Garlic Bread Recipe
Freshly baked bread with garlic butter.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Garlic Butter
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or individual rolls.
- 7
Second Rise
Place shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover again, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 8
Bake the Bread
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Garlic Butter Preparation
- 9
Melt Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
- 10
Assembly
- 11
- 12
Final Bake
Return the garlic bread to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes for a crispy finish, if desired.
- 13
Serve
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious garlic bread!