This Sun-Dried Tomato Roasted Garlic No-Knead Bread is crusty on the outside, soft on the inside, & filled with delicious savory flavors. Crusty bread is the perfect, any time of day comfort food. This recipe uses sun-dried tomatoes which are bursting with flavor.
Sun–dried tomatoes are ripe tomatoes that lose most of their water content after spending a majority of their drying time in the sun (traditionally) or in an oven DIY Style.
Here are my favorite recipes for three different types of flavored butter, including a homemade garlic butter:
1. How To Make Herb Butter:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped mixed fresh herbs (such as parsley, thyme, rosemary, and chives)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Use a spatula or mixer to thoroughly blend the ingredients until well combined.
- Transfer the herb butter to a clean jar or container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
2. Honey Cinnamon Butter:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, honey, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the honey cinnamon butter to a clean jar or container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
3. How To Make Homemade Garlic Butter:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions:
- In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over low heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, cooked garlic (along with any melted butter in the skillet), chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the garlic butter to a clean jar or container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
These flavored butters are perfect for spreading on toast, muffins, pancakes, or waffles. They can also be used to add extra flavor to cooked vegetables, grilled meats, or seafood dishes. Enjoy experimenting with these delicious homemade spread, .
