Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 3/4 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
For Topping:
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and yeast.
- Add Water and Oil: Gradually pour in the warm water and 1/4 cup of olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the Dough
- Prepare the Baking Pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with olive oil.
- Shape and Rest: Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and gently press it out to fit the shape of the pan. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Dimple the Dough: Use your fingers to press dimples all over the surface of the dough.
Add Toppings and Bake
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Add Rosemary and Olive Oil: Drizzle 3 tbsp of olive oil over the dough, making sure it settles into the dimples. Sprinkle with chopped rosemary and coarse sea salt.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and crisp around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 20 min.
- Cook Time: 1 hr. and 30min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 slices
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g