Do you have a bread machine and are looking for a fun new recipe to try? This Kalamata Olive and Rosemary Bread recipe is one that you’re going to love. Perfect for an afternoon snack or to pair up with a simple dinner.

Making bread in the bread machine is crazy simple. All you really have to worry about is adding in the ingredients and letting the machine do all the work. Then, after a short time, you get to reap the reward of nice, warm bread over and over again. It’s seriously the best.

This bread is delicious on its own or paired up with a nice salad, too.

How to make Kalamata Olive and Rosemary Bread

Start by gathering up the ingredients listed below.

Ingredients:

1 cup warm water

2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1 cup chopped kalamata olives (pitted obviously)

¼ cup finely chopped fresh rosemary

1 teaspoon salt 

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

3 cups bread flour

1 ¼ teaspoon instant yeast

Instructions:

Measure the ingredients into the bread machine’s baking pan in the order provided above, but do not add yeast.

Use your finger to form a well (hole) in the flour where you will pour the yeast. The yeast must NEVER come into contact with a liquid when you are adding ingredients. -Carefully pour the yeast into the well.

Insert or place the pan back into the oven chamber securely.

Select a 1.5 lb capacity, French Cycle with a crust set to medium.

Let the bread cool before cutting.

Especially delicious when toasted!

ENJOY!

What toppings go well with this kalamata olive and rosemary bread?

Olive oil or butter are going to be your best bets for this bread. It’s meant to be savory and has a ton of flavor.

How do you store this kalamata olive and rosemary bread?

You don’t want it to dry out! The easiest way to keep this bread as fresh as possible is to store it in an airtight container for later.