This easy, no-knead rosemary garlic bread is full of flavor and perfect for any meal. It’s simple to prepare and requires minimal hands-on time, making it a great option for busy bakers who still want that fresh, homemade bread experience.
Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary (or more, to taste)
- 1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
- ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 ½ cups water, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal (for dusting)
Directions:
Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper, and instant yeast. Stir until all the dry ingredients are well mixed.
- Form the Dough: Add the water to the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon or your hand until a wet, sticky dough forms. This should take about 30 seconds. Don’t worry if it’s very sticky; that’s what gives the bread its rustic texture.
- Let the Dough Rise: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a clean dish towel. Let it sit at room temperature for 18 to 24 hours. The dough will rise and the surface should be dotted with bubbles, indicating that the yeast is working.
- Prepare the Skillet: While the dough is rising, lightly oil a 10-inch cast iron skillet or coat it with nonstick spray. Sprinkle the bottom with cornmeal to prevent sticking and add a bit of crunch to the crust.
- Shape the Dough: Once the dough has risen, lightly flour your work surface. Gently shape the dough into a round loaf by folding it in on itself a few times. Don’t knead it—just a gentle shaping.
- Second Rise: Place the shaped dough into the prepared skillet. Cover with a clean dish towel and let it rise again at room temperature for about 2 hours, or until the dough has doubled in size. If you poke it with your finger, it should not spring back.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). This high heat helps create a nice crust on the bread.
- Bake the Bread: Once the dough has risen and the oven is preheated, place the skillet in the oven. Bake for about 30-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. The bread will have a crunchy crust with a soft, aromatic interior thanks to the garlic and rosemary.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories per Serving: 150 kcal
Servings: 8 servings
This rustic no-knead rosemary garlic bread is the perfect accompaniment to any meal or enjoyed on its own with a little butter. The aroma of garlic and rosemary will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist cutting into the warm loaf as soon as it’s done! Enjoy the simplicity of this delicious bread.