13 Best Rosemary Recipes That Are Full of Woodsy Flavor
A few sprigs will take your meal to the next level.
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Adding greenery to your plate goes far beyond fall salads, Brussels sprouts, and green beans. The simplest way to add color and flavor to any dish is with lots of fresh herbs! Whether you're looking to brighten up your favorite pasta dish with some sage or parsley or add a fresh sprig of thyme to a cocktail, the herbaceous possibilities are endless. "I also love fresh rosemary—it transforms bread," says Ree. "Warm up frozen dinner rolls, rub them with butter, and sprinkle them with sea salt and a little rosemary." Sure, this list of rosemary recipes offers plenty of ideas for bread, but it also shows you lots of other ways to use woodsy, earthy rosemary, too!
So, if you've ever found yourself drawn to the piney aroma and distinct flavor of rosemary, you're in for a treat! Here, you'll find the most fantastic rosemary recipes that will bring a burst of freshness to your kitchen. If you're looking for the perfect main course for your holiday menu, consider making Ree's perfect pot roast or a maple-rosemary roast turkey. And, of course, you'll need plenty of carbs to soak up all those meaty juices with, which is where buttered rosemary rolls and fluffy herb foccacia come into play! Regardless of whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, these roasts, rolls, and potatoes are sure to convince you to add a rosemary plant to your herb garden for a more colorful culinary experience.
Pot Roast
According to Ree, the secret to the perfect pot roast is cooking it low and slow. Another simple addition that can take your roast to the next level? Fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, which infuse into the melt-in-your-mouth meat while it roasts in the oven.
Get Ree's Pot Roast recipe.
Rosemary Hasselback Potatoes
These accordion-style potatoes have pockets of fragrant rosemary butter in every ridge and crack! They're crispy, flavorful, and make the perfect holiday side dish.
Get Ree's Rosemary Hasselback Potatoes recipe.
Herb Focaccia
Fresh rosemary, parsley, sage, and thyme add so much earthy, fresh flavor to this fluffy focaccia. The dough is kneaded and sprinkled with the rosemary mixture for a powerful herbal punch.
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Braised Short Ribs
These succulent short ribs are bone-in, although it doesn't really matter since the tender meat falls right off! It's simmered with rosemary and thyme and served on a bed of creamy goat cheese polenta.
Get Ree's Braised Short Ribs recipe.
Green Bean Casserole
Green bean casserole just got a little greener thanks to the addition of fresh rosemary and thyme! This twist on the classic casserole also includes lots of bacon and crispy, fried shallots on top.
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Maple-Rosemary Roast Turkey
This beautiful bird is packed with all the best flavors of fall! The brine features seasonal flavors like rosemary, orange, and maple syrup for a savory and sweet Thanksgiving centerpiece.
Get Ree's Maple-Rosemary Roast Turkey recipe.
Pull-Apart Garlic Bread
For a comforting carb that's easy to make and even easier to eat, try this pull-apart garlic bread! It's doused in rosemary-infused garlic butter and loaded with parmesan cheese.
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Prime Rib
Tender, rosemary-crusted prime rib is will be the focal point of any holiday feast! Just pat the salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme rub into the meat with olive oil and roast it in the oven.
Get Ree's Prime Rib recipe.
Quinoa and Mushroom Stuffed Acorn Squash
Earthy acorn squash serves as an edible bowl in this plant-based dish! It's filled with a hearty quinoa, parsley, parmesan, almond, and mushroom mixture and soaked with plenty of rosemary-infused maple butter for an herbal touch.
Rack of Lamb
Rack of lamb may sound fancy, but it's easier to make than you may think! This recipe simply involves coating the lamb with a garlic and herb rub, which creates a delicious crust.
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Crash Hot Potatoes
Ree's crispy crash hot potatoes bring new life to the classic baked potato you know and love! Small potatoes are smashed, drizzled with olive oil, and sprinkled with salt, pepper, parmesan, and fresh chopped rosemary before they're baked to sizzling perfection.
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Honey Mustard Chicken
With an irresistible honey mustard marinade, this chicken is as juicy and flavorful as can be! The marinade also includes fresh rosemary, so it's plenty herby.
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Buttered Rosemary Rolls
In Ree's words, these pull-apart rosemary rolls are "herbalicious perfection!" They're loaded with chopped rosemary, butter, and coarse sea salt.
Get Ree's Buttered Rosemary Rolls recipe.
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