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Rosemary Focaccia Bread


  • Author: Martha
  • Total Time: 2 hrs.

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

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add Water and Oil: Gradually pour in the warm water and 1/4 cup of olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. 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

  1. Prepare the Baking Pan: Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with olive oil.
  2. 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.
  3. Dimple the Dough: Use your fingers to press dimples all over the surface of the dough.

Add Toppings and Bake

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 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.
  3. Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and crisp around the edges.
  4. 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