Easy Focaccia Recipe
Directions
- 1Warm 2 cups (480ml) of water to 100°F to 110°F.
- 2Pour the warm water into a large bowl.
- 3Add 1 (0.25-ounce/7g) packet of active dry yeast to the bowl.
- 4Add 1 tablespoon of honey (or sugar) to the bowl and mix well.
- 5Set aside for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- 6In a separate bowl, measure out 5 cups (600g) of all-purpose flour.
- 7Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 to 2 tablespoons of your favorite chopped herbs (optional) to the flour.
- 8Whisk together the dry ingredients.
- 9Add the dry mixture to the yeast mixture and gently fold together with a spatula.
- 10Add 9 tablespoons (135ml) of extra-virgin olive oil, divided. Reserve some for greasing and serving.
- 11Gently turn the dough to coat it evenly with the olive oil.
- 12Cover and let rise for 2 hours or until doubled in size, or refrigerate overnight.
- 13Preheat your oven to 450°F.
- 14Lightly oil your hands and gently stretch the dough into your prepared pans.
- 15Let the dough rise uncovered for 1 hour.
- 16Drizzle with olive oil and press down to create dimples.
- 17Add your desired toppings and bake at 450°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- 18Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 0.25-ounce packet active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh or dried herbs
- 9 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 thinly sliced yellow squash
- 1 halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 halved and pitted Kalamata olives
- 1 crumbled feta cheese
- 1 thinly sliced shallots
- 1 sliced strawberries
- 1 balsamic glaze
- 1 fresh basil
- 1 artichoke hearts
- 1 sliced red onion
- 1 garlic
- 1 fresh thyme
- 1 flaked salt
- 1 crushed red pepper
Equipment
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