Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNovo DolceGarlic Bread Recipe

Garlic Bread Recipe

Inspired by Novo Dolce
Time2h
Serves8

Freshly baked bread with garlic and herbs

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Ingredients

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Bread

Method

Bread Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

  4. 4

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

  5. 5

    Shape the Dough

    Once risen, punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf or divide it into smaller pieces for rolls. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  6. 6

    Second Rise

    Cover the shaped dough with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

  7. 7

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  8. 8

    Bake the Bread

    Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Garlic Butter Preparation

  1. 9

    Prepare Garlic Butter

    In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and salt, cooking until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

  2. 10

    Apply Garlic Butter

    Once the bread is baked and slightly cooled, brush the garlic butter generously over the top and sides of the bread.

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