Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe} - Cooking Classy (2024)

Published June 27, 2013. Updated March 11, 2020

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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.

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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!

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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 minutes minutes

Cook25 minutes minutes

Rise3 hours hours

Ready in: 3 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In 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.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Nutrition Facts

Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe}

Amount Per Serving

Calories 132Calories 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: breads

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Rosemary Bread

Author: Jaclyn

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Tagged:

  • flour
  • olive oil
  • rosemary
  • salt
  • sugar
  • yeast

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111 Comments

  • Sherry

    I’ve made this before , following your directions exactly and it’s great. I have numerous other things to do today and I am wondering if I could use my bread machine? It would save me a lot of steps, I think. Thank you. ~Sherry

    • Jaclyn

      Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe} - Cooking Classy (8)

      Yes the bread machine should work well for this recipe. Glad you’ve enjoyed these bread Sherry!

  • BRENDA M TURRENTINE

    Has anyone made this gluten free?
    I need a good g f bread recipe.

  • marlene marginet

    Can I make this in a bread machine and how?

    • Jaclyn

      Rosemary Bread {Macaroni Grill Copycat Recipe} - Cooking Classy (9)

      I haven’t tested this but I imagine it would work in a bread machine as well on a standard white bread setting.

  • Abby

    The best bread of my life, Jaclyn changed my life with this recipe. I so recommend that you try it, it goes great with butter

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FAQs

Do you get bread at macaroni grill? ›

Yes. Our famous Rosemary Peasant Bread is included complimentary. Typically, 3 loaves accompany a large order (Entrée, Salads, Grill selections or Create Your Own Pasta) and 2 loaves for small orders. Additional loaves of bread may also be purchased.

How to heat French bread in the oven? ›

To reheat bread, first preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Then, wrap the bread in some foil and place it in the oven. Heat the bread for 10-15 minutes, and enjoy! To reheat bread on the stovetop, wrap the bread in aluminum foil, then place it in a pot.

Why did Macaroni grill go out of business? ›

The company closed 37 unprofitable locations in a bid to turn a profit. Mac Grill could not convince some landlords to renegotiate leases, so the landlords filed lawsuits and the company had to file for bankruptcy protection.

What does rosemary bread taste like? ›

The inside is as soft as a cloud, and the crust of the bread has got that perfect olive oil flavor and a little bit of chew. The good kind of chew. SO DANG GOOD!

What is the best temperature to heat French bread? ›

To reheat bread in the oven, preheat your conventional oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This is the ideal temperature as it will not cause the bread to burn quickly but is warm enough that it will reheat quickly without becoming hard.

How long to heat bread in oven at 350? ›

If you're using traditional methods like an oven or toaster, it usually takes between 2 to 10 minutes. Heat your oven to around 350°F (175°C), put the bread on a baking sheet, and a few minutes should be good for slices, but a whole loaf might need more time.

Does the grill toast bread? ›

Heat up that grill and throw down a few slices of your favorite thick cut bread. Leave it for about 30 seconds to 1 minute and use heat-safe tongs to flip it over! Those grill marks can't be beat. Once it's crisp to your liking, pull it from the grill and set it on a plate.

Does pasta come with bread? ›

Bread is a staple in continental meals as it provides the satiety factor. Even though pasta has starch it may not be enough to satiate the appetite. Hence, bread with some toppings like herbs or cheese are often served with pasta.

Why do restaurants give bread with pasta? ›

Pasta sauces are known for their flavourful and often savoury profiles. Bread serves as a versatile tool for savouring every last bit of sauce left on the plate. Whether it's a creamy Alfredo or a hearty Bolognese, bread can be used to mop up the remaining sauce, ensuring that no flavour is wasted.

Can you put bread on the grill? ›

Cook covered on a pre-heated grill between 425-450 for thirty minutes. Remove the lid and bake for 15-20 more minutes until an internal thermometer reads between 205-210 degrees. Cool for an hour, slice, and enjoy!

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