Easy Focaccia Recipe

9m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Warm 2 cups (480ml) of water to 100°F to 110°F.
  2. 2Pour the warm water into a large bowl.
  3. 3Add 1 (0.25-ounce/7g) packet of active dry yeast to the bowl.
  4. 4Add 1 tablespoon of honey (or sugar) to the bowl and mix well.
  5. 5Set aside for about 5 minutes until foamy.
  6. 6In a separate bowl, measure out 5 cups (600g) of all-purpose flour.
  7. 7Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 to 2 tablespoons of your favorite chopped herbs (optional) to the flour.
  8. 8Whisk together the dry ingredients.
  9. 9Add the dry mixture to the yeast mixture and gently fold together with a spatula.
  10. 10Add 9 tablespoons (135ml) of extra-virgin olive oil, divided. Reserve some for greasing and serving.
  11. 11Gently turn the dough to coat it evenly with the olive oil.
  12. 12Cover and let rise for 2 hours or until doubled in size, or refrigerate overnight.
  13. 13Preheat your oven to 450°F.
  14. 14Lightly oil your hands and gently stretch the dough into your prepared pans.
  15. 15Let the dough rise uncovered for 1 hour.
  16. 16Drizzle with olive oil and press down to create dimples.
  17. 17Add your desired toppings and bake at 450°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  18. 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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