Rustic Garlic Rosemary Skillet Bread (Print Layout)

Hearty skillet bread with roasted garlic, fresh rosemary, crisp edges and chewy interior. Ready in 2 hours.

# What You Need:

→ Bread Dough

01 - 3 cups bread flour
02 - 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
03 - 1 1/4 cups warm water
04 - 1 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Aromatics

06 - 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for greasing

→ Topping

09 - 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Whisk warm water and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add bread flour and salt. Mix to form shaggy dough, then knead by hand or mixer for 5-7 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.
03 - Drizzle in 1 tbsp olive oil, rosemary, and minced garlic. Knead briefly to distribute evenly.
04 - Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with damp towel, and let rise in warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
05 - Oil a 10-inch oven-safe skillet generously. Punch down dough, press into skillet to edges. Cover and rise 25-30 minutes.
06 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
07 - Brush dough with remaining olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
08 - Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and cooked through.
09 - Cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The edges get impossibly crispy while staying tender inside, like something from a wood-fired oven
  • One-rise dough means you decide to make bread and actually eat it the same day
  • Minimal kneading required, perfect for when your arms are tired but your soul needs homemade bread
02 -
  • A well-oiled skillet is non-negotiable, otherwise the bread sticks and you lose those crispy bottom edges
  • The dough should feel slightly sticky after kneading, if it feels dry add water a tablespoon at a time
  • Letting the bread cool for even 10 minutes makes slicing easier, though tearing it warm is perfectly acceptable
03 -
  • Roast your garlic cloves ahead of time for deeper, sweeter flavor that permeates every bite
  • If your kitchen runs cold, let the dough rise in your oven with just the light on for gentle warmth

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