Garlic Herb Bread Recipe

If you love the aroma of freshly baked bread infused with garlic and herbs, then Garlic Herb Bread is the perfect recipe for you. This bread is soft, flavorful, and ideal as a side for soups, salads, or your favorite pasta dishes. Plus, it’s super easy to make at home with simple ingredients.

Ingredients for Garlic Herb Bread

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast

1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp sugar

1 tsp salt

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped

1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped

2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)

How to Make Garlic Herb Bread

- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy. This indicates the yeast is active.

- Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

- While the dough is rising, mix minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, thyme, and melted butter in a small bowl.

- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Roll it out into a rectangle shape on a floured surface. Brush the garlic-herb butter mixture evenly over the dough.

- Roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Slice the log into 1-inch thick pieces and place them in a greased baking pan, leaving some space between each piece.

- Cover the pan and let the dough rise again for 30-45 minutes.

- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

- Remove from the oven and brush extra melted butter on top for a shiny, flavorful crust. Serve warm and enjoy!