Foccacia
Classic Italian focaccia, ideal for pairing with a variety of toppings.
Ingredients
dry yeast
1 package
warm water
1 cup
granulated sugar
salt
3/4 teaspoon
olive oil
1/4 cup
flour
2 2/3 to 3 cups
garlic cloves (minced)
4
Parmesan cheese (grated)
1/4 cup
rosemary leaves (fresh or dried)
Instructions
1
Activate Yeast
Dissolve yeast in water. Let stand until bubbly.
2
Mix Dough
Stir in sugar, salt and olive oil. Add 2 cups flour and beat until elastic. Stir in 2/3 cup more flour. Knead for 10 to 15 minutes.
3
First Rise
Put into a greased bowl. Turn over to coat well. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
4
Prepare Garlic Oil
Heat 1/4 cup oil. Add garlic and cook until soft and yellow. Set aside.
5
Shape and Rise
Punch dough down and knead briefly. Roll with a rolling pin and stretch to fit a greased 15 x 10−inch cookie sheet (with sides). Pierce dough with the end of a wooden spoon at 1−inch intervals.
6
Add Toppings
Drizzle garlic and oil all over. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and rosemary.
7
Second Rise
Let rise, covered, for 10 to 15 minutes.
8
Bake
Bake at 400 degrees F for 15 to 18 minutes.
