Bread & Oil Recipe
Maison Bakery baguette served with herb-infused olive oil
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Ingredients
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Baguette
Herb-Infused Olive Oil
Method
Baguette Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Once the yeast is activated, pour it into the flour mixture. Mix until a rough dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled 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 the Baguette
After rising, punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions and shape each into a long baguette.
- 6
Second Rise
Place the shaped baguettes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- 8
Bake the Baguette
Make a few diagonal slashes on top of each baguette with a sharp knife, then bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
Herb-Infused Olive Oil Preparation
- 9
Infuse the Oil
In a small saucepan, combine the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Heat over low heat for about 10 minutes, ensuring it does not boil.
- 10
Cool and Strain
Remove from heat and let the oil cool completely. Strain out the herbs and garlic using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- 11
Serve
Pour the infused olive oil into a small serving bowl and serve alongside the freshly baked baguette.
