The main reason I go to Macaroni Grill is for their warm, freshly baked rosemary bread. I eat so much of it that by the time my entree comes I’m not really hungry anymore. I’m sure they are thinking; seriously this girl wants another loaf?

Why yes, don’t mind if I do thank you…and another one after that please :). Unfortunately I don’t live very close to a Macaroni Grill so I had to learn how to make the bread at home.

I used fresh rosemary in this recipe but if you don’t have fresh you could substitute 1 1/2 Tbsp dried crushed rosemary.

You could also add in some roasted garlic to the bread dough or add some fresh garlic to the dipping oil for another layer of flavor.

And yes, just be sure you do serve it with the pepper oil for dipping – it’s the second best part. Hopefully this incredibly fluffy and flavorful bread will find it’s way to your dinner menu soon because you’re going to love it! Enjoy!

4.94 from 15 votes Review Recipe

Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe}

Once you try this easy bread recipe you’ll be hooked! It has the perfect amount of fresh rosemary and it’s amazingly delicious served warm with peppery olive oil for dipping.

Servings: 12

Prep20 minutesCook25 minutesRise3 hoursReady in: 3 hours 45 minutes

Ingredients1 cup warm water (110-115 degrees)2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1/4-oz packet)2 tsp granulated sugar3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil , divided, plus more for serving2 1/2 - 3 cups all-purpose flour , plus more for dusting3 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary1 tsp fine salt1/4 tsp kosher salt (optional)Freshly ground black pepper , for serving

InstructionsIn the bowl of an electric stand mixer, whisk together 1/4 cup water, yeast and sugar until yeast has dissolved. Allow to rest 5 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil, remaining 3/4 cup warm water, 1 1/2 cups flour, the rosemary and fine salt and using the paddle attachment blend mixture until combined. Switch attachment on stand mixer to a hook attachment, add in 1 cup more flour and knead mixture on medium speed until smooth an elastic, adding additional flour as needed if dough is sticking to bowl. Cover bowl and allow to rest in a warm place until more than doubled, about 1 1/2 - 2 hours.Scoop dough out and divide into two equal portions. Grease a rimmed baking sheet with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour and shape dough portions into ovals while folding tops into middle, tucking and pinching seams to build structure. Transfer to prepared baking sheet spacing evenly apart and allow to rest, uncovered, until more than doubled about 1 1/2 hours. Preheat oven to 400 degrees during last 10 minutes of rising.Bake in preheated oven 10 minutes, the remove from oven and brush loaves with remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil and sprinkle tops evenly with kosher salt. Return to oven and bake 10 - 15 minutes longer until golden brown. Serve warm with a mixture of olive oil and freshly ground black pepper for dipping.

NotesRecipe adapted from Food Network

Nutrition Facts Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe}

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 132 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%Saturated Fat 1g6%Sodium 244mg11%Potassium 38mg1%Carbohydrates 21g7%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 1g1%Protein 3g6% Vitamin A 14IU0%Vitamin C 1mg1%Calcium 5mg1%Iron 1mg6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

Course: breadsCuisine: ItalianKeyword: Rosemary Bread Author: Jaclyn

4.94 from 15 votes

Review Recipe

Nutrition Facts Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe}

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 132 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%Saturated Fat 1g6%Sodium 244mg11%Potassium 38mg1%Carbohydrates 21g7%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 1g1%Protein 3g6% Vitamin A 14IU0%Vitamin C 1mg1%Calcium 5mg1%Iron 1mg6% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

Nutrition Facts

Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe}

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 132 Calories from Fat 36

% Daily Value*

Fat 4g6%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 244mg11%

Potassium 38mg1%

Carbohydrates 21g7%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 3g6%

Vitamin A 14IU0%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 5mg1%

Iron 1mg6%

  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: breadsCuisine: ItalianKeyword: Rosemary Bread

Author: Jaclyn