Herb Ring Bread
A soft, aromatic ring-shaped loaf studded with fresh rosemary and thyme, ideal for sandwiches or soup pairings. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; mix well.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup warm water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, and 1 tablespoon garlic powder until combined; pour into the flour mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Step 3: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic; place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place, then shape into a ring before baking at 375°F for 35 minutes until golden.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb Ring Bread take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Ring Bread?
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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb Ring Bread?
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 Ring Bread 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 Ring Bread?
American 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
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
