Lemon-Thyme Roasted Bone Marrow on Sourdough
Lemon-Thyme Roasted Bone Marrow on Sourdough is a luxurious appetizer that perfectly balances the richness of roasted bone marrow with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and aromatic thyme. Served atop crispy sourdough, this dish is both visually stunning and simple to prepare, making it an ideal choice for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night at home. Gather your loved ones, share hearty laughter, and indulge in every flavorful bite of this exquisite culinary delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 beef marrow bones (cut lengthwise)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 4 slices crusty sourdough bread
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Place marrow bones cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Tuck thyme sprigs between the bones.
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and slightly pulling away from the sides.
- Slice sourdough into thick pieces, drizzle with olive oil, and toast in the oven during the last 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, half the lemon juice, and chopped thyme.
- Once roasted, spread marrow onto toasted sourdough slices, top with lemon-thyme mixture, sprinkle additional sea salt if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of sourdough with bone marrow (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg