Monti's Roman Bread

Transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Rome with "Monti's Roman Bread," a fragrant, golden flatbread that blends simple ingredients with irresistible flavors. Crafted with a tender dough infused with olive oil and a touch of honey, this bread is elevated by the bold aromas of fresh rosemary, minced garlic, and a sprinkling of coarse sea salt for the perfect rustic finish. With its signature dimpled surface and crisp edges, this recipe strikes the ideal balance between soft and crunchy textures. Ready in under two hours, "Monti's Roman Bread" is perfect as a side to hearty soups, a base for toppings, or a standalone snack served warm. Impress your family or guests with this timeless Italian classic that’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat! Perfectly keyword-rich for searches like "easy Roman bread recipe," "Italian rosemary flatbread," or "quick homemade focaccia."

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams all-purpose flour
• 180 ml lukewarm water
• 50 ml olive oil
• 7 grams active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons rosemary (fresh, chopped)
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm water, active dry yeast, and honey. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it begins to foam.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and half of the olive oil.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients together until a dough begins to form. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour in a warm place, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release excess air. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet and stretch or roll it into a rectangle approximately 1cm thick.

Step 7

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the surface of the dough. Use your fingertips to create small dimples all over the dough.

Step 8

Sprinkle the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and coarse sea salt evenly across the top of the dough.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp on the edges.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool slightly on a wire rack. Slice into pieces and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(575.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1612.5

Total Fat 50.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4312.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 250.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 34.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.3mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 490.5mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 62.9%