Herb-Infused Garlic Bread Ring
A warm, aromatic loaf of crusty bread shaped into a ring, brushed with garlic butter and fresh herbs for a perfect companion to soups or salads. This french-inspired quick meals ready in about 50 minutes pairs (110°F/43°C) warm water, teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast, tablespoon granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (110°F/43°C) warm water
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups warm water, 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy and bubbly.
- Step 2: Add 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then turn out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Step 3: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Step 4: Punch down the dough, shape into a circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and brush the top with 4 tablespoons melted butter mixed with 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
- Step 5: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Garlic Bread Ring take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Infused Garlic Bread Ring?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (110°f/43°c) warm water from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Garlic Bread Ring?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Infused Garlic Bread Ring for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Garlic Bread Ring?
French quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
