Garlic Bread Recipe
Freshly baked bread with garlic and herbs.
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Ingredients
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Bread Ingredients
Garlic Herb Topping
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
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.
- 5
Shape Bread
After the dough has risen, punch it down and shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller pieces for rolls.
- 6
Second Rise
Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the dough is rising.
- 8
Bake Bread
Once the dough has risen again, bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Garlic Herb Topping
- 9
Prepare Topping
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 10
Add Herbs
Stir in chopped parsley, dried oregano, and salt into the garlic butter mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.