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Focaccia Bread

A delightful and airy Italian bread that is perfect for dipping or sandwiches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast 2 ¼ teaspoons
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 ½ cups warm water about 110°F
  • ¼ cup olive oil plus more for drizzling
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary or fresh, if available
  • Sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough gently to release air. Transfer it to a greased baking sheet and stretch it into a rectangle.
  7. Cover the shaped dough and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Dimple the surface with your fingers, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle rosemary, and sea salt.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Serve with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping.