Macaroni Grill's Bread

Bring the taste of your favorite Italian restaurant straight to your kitchen with this irresistible Macaroni Grill-inspired rosemary bread. This artisan-style loaf is perfectly soft on the inside with a golden, fragrant crust, making it the ultimate companion to soups, salads, or your favorite pasta dishes. Infused with earthy dried rosemary and finished with fresh rosemary sprigs and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt, this bread delivers a delightful herbal aroma and flavor in every bite. The recipe is approachable and beginner-friendly, with just 20 minutes of prep time and simple techniques like kneading and proofing to create bakery-quality results. Serve it warm, brushed with olive oil or paired with a dipping sauce for a restaurant-caliber treat at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and dried rosemary. Mix well.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a rough dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Lightly oil a clean bowl and place the dough inside, turning it to coat with oil. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and shape it into a flattened, round loaf (or divide it into two smaller loaves). Place the loaf on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Brush the top of the dough with olive oil, then sprinkle with fresh rosemary and coarse sea salt.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm with olive oil or as a side to your favorite dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(614.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1542.2

Total Fat 45.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3341.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 48.8mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 520.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 64.4%