Ozzie Rolls Recipe

Introduction

Some recipes enter and leave the scene, but then there are the ones that remain with you eternally. One of them is the Ozzie Rolls Recipe. When I first bit into one, I tell you I heard angels sing.

Buttery, tender, a tiny bit of garlic, the right amount of crunch on the outside, and pillowsome tenderness on the inside, they are everything you dream of in a bread roll.

You may be familiar with the rolls that I am referring to, had you ever visited Ozzie of Good Eats or even the Great American Restaurants group. They take that small basket of sweet, sunshine perfection to your table on the eve of the meal, and it is finished with that of your resolve.

I had made my decision a long time before I could not afford to simply sit around and wait to go out to eat to have them.

Thus, I began experimenting and adjusting until I came up with this Ozzie Rolls Recipe that is as good as heavenly – perhaps even better – in the kitchen.

Let’s bake some bread happiness, shall we?

What Are Ozzie Rolls?

What makes these rolls so special? Before we delve into baking, it would be interesting to discuss this.

Ozzie Rolls are small, golden, buttery rolls with a slightly crisp crust and soft, airy interior. After baking, they are brushed with garlic butter and a sprinkle of Parmesan which is what makes them have that insanely addictive smell and gloss.

They are usually heated and eaten directly out of the oven, and they dissolve in your mouth with each morsel. It has a flavor that is uncomplicated and yet highly rewarding, buttery, savory, and with a hint of garlicky flavor.

Imagine them to be a blend of a dinner roll and a soft garlic knot, but even better.

That is why the Ozzie Rolls Recipe is one of those recipes that every person should know, who loves baking or even loves bread, which makes people close their eyes when they begin to eat it.

The Narrative of my Discovery of this.

I have tried Ozzie Rolls first in a restaurant in Virginia, during a warm fall evening. In the midst of waiting for my entrée, a basket of freshly baked rolls appeared on my table.

It was not yet hungry–but you know how that is. I made a single bite and immediately forgot about the rest of the meal. It was all: warm, a little bit crispy on the surface, soft and light inside, and covered with garlicky butter.

I found myself inquiring of the waiter about the type of magic these rolls were.

Those are Ozzie Rolls, said he, smiling.

I realized at that point that I needed to make them at home. And having made a few batches, and much butter, and kitchen counters covered with flour, I had my variation of the Ozzie Rolls Recipe that tastes exactly like the original.

Equipment You’ll Need

These rolls do not require a fancy bakery set-up, just some basic kitchen supplies:

• A stand mixer and a dough hook (also, it can be kneaded by hand).
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• A cooking sheet or cast-iron skillet.
• pastry brush (to apply the garlic butter)
• Kitchen towel or plastic wrap (for proofing)

Simple tools, big reward.

Ingredients

The ingredients of the ideal Ozzie Rolls Recipe – soft, fluffy, and buttery with a golden crust- are as follows:

For the Dough:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• ¾ cup warm milk (about 110°F)
• 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar.
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt

For the Garlic Butter Topping:

• 4 tablespoons butter, unsalted and melted.
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese.
• 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (or not) chopped.

Instructions

Okay, turn up those sleeves — time to bake.

This is the recipe for the softest and dreamiest Ozzie Rolls made right at home.

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a medium-sized bowl, warm milk, sugar, and yeast should be mixed together. Allow it to wait 5-10 minutes till foamy. This is the first sign that the yeast is alive and about to perform its magic.

Step 2: Make the Dough

Flour and salt are to be added to a large bowl (or stand mixer).

Add yeast mixture (foamy), the egg and melted butter. Combine on low speed until it unites. When hand kneading, knead for 8 -10 minutes till smooth and soft to the touch. The dough must not be sticky yet soft. In case it is too sticky, add a little more flour.

Step 3: Let It Rise

Take the dough and roll it into a ball, and put it in a greased bowl.

Put a clean towel or plastic wrap over it and allow it to rise in a warm area approximately 1 hour or till doubled in size. It is the time your kitchen begins to reek of comfort.

Step 4: Shape the Rolls

Knead the dough to force out the air. Split it into approximately 12 pieces.

Roll them all into a ball. Put them on an oiled baking sheet or cast-iron skillet, with a slight space between them. Turn over and leave once more, about 30 minutes, and they will swell up prettily.

Step 5: Bake till Golden Brown.

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls 15-18 minutes or until the tops of the rolls turn golden brown and are slightly hard to touch.

Step 6: Make the Garlic Butter

As the rolls are baking, a small saucepan is heated by melting butter.

Stir in minced garlic and allow to sizzle for 30 seconds, or no more.

Take off the burner and add Parmesan and parsley.

Step 7: Brush and Shine

Immediately, the rolls are out of the oven, and brush them with the warm garlic butter mixture. Butter will be melted into the bread, and this will smell like butter and garlic to the bread, and it will be the same old usual Ozzie flavor, buttery, garlicky, and all cannot resist.

Step 8: Serve Warm

The rolls are to be served when warm and shiny. They are best right after baking, and even when they are warmed up, they will put a smile on your face.

Tips for Perfect Ozzie Rolls

The following are some of the tricks I have learnt after baking more batches than I would care to acknowledge:

• Use warm, not hot, milk. Hot milk can kill the yeast.
• Let the dough rise properly. Patience = soft rolls.
• Brush twice! Immediately after baking and after 5 minutes to achieve additional shine.
• When the butter is hot, add Parmesan since it will melt into the bread.
• Don’t overbake. Removal is when the tops become golden and the bottoms are light brown.

Serving Ideas

Eating an Ozzie Roll is not wrong, but here are some of my favorites:

• And with soups or stews (they drink up broth best)
• Together with roast chicken or steak.
• Divided and used to make mini sandwiches or sliders.
• In the form of a breakfast roll with a fried egg and cheese.
• Or out of the pan and with more butter – no disgrace there!

Storage and Reheating

Rolls like these store well.

To store:

Store in an airtight container or bread bag at room temperature, but not longer than 3 days.

To freeze:

Place cooled rolls in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

To reheat:

Place in foil and keep in a 300-degree oven or microwave for 15 seconds per roll.

Why You Will adore this Ozzie Rolls Recipe.

These are the reasons why these rolls will be a regular in your kitchen:

• They are soft, fluffy, and buttery- all the characteristics of a good roll.
• Their garlic butter topping could qualify them to be restaurant-worthy.
• They are simple to prepare, even for amateurs.
• They match with anything literally.
• They give your house the smell of a bakery.
• And when you once make one, you will be making excuses so as to get on to make another lot.

Make It Your Own

Feel free to make your own Ozzie Rolls Recipe. Try these fun variations:

Cheesy Ozzie Rolls: Add mozzarella or cheddar to the dough.

Herbed Ozzie Rolls: Add butter mixture on top, which has rosemary or thyme.

Spicy Kick: To the garlic butter, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne.

Sweet Twist: Omit the garlic and serve with honey butter on the breakfast version.

Every one of them is a completely new recipe, yet with that Ozzie comfort.

Final Thoughts

Every time I prepare this Ozzie Rolls Recipe, I am reminded that some of the most enjoyable moments in life are just that, simple things, such as ripping a freshly baked buttery roll apart and sharing it with those you are close to.

These are very soft, golden, and comforting to eat. They make your kitchen smell of newly baked bread and melted butter – the smell that makes you feel at home.

The next time you feel like having something warm, you do not need to go to the shop to buy the bread. Instead, make a batch of these Ozzie Rolls.

Since at times, happiness actually comes in the form of a roll.

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