Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, or parsley), chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.
- Add Herbs: Fold in the chopped fresh herbs until evenly distributed.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the Rolls
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch Down Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air.
- Divide the Dough: Cut the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
- Second Rise: Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet, cover them with a cloth, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake the Rolls
- Bake: Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the rolls to cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 25 min.
- Cook Time: 30 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 rolls
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g