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Easy Focaccia

SUBMITTED BY: JACLYN PHOTO BY: Emily

"Parmesan and rosemary add a delicious flavor and aroma to this soft, chewy bread."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 164 stars. This recipe average a 4.7 star rating.
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  25 Min
READY IN  1 Hr 20 Min
Original recipe yield 1 - 10 x 15 inch Focaccia loaf

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package instant yeast
  • 1 1/3 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a large stoneware bowl, stir together the flours and salt. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Sprinkle the sugar and yeast into that well. Carefully pour the water into the well. Let stand until the yeast begins to act, about 5 minutes. Pour 2 tablespoons of the oil into the well. With a wooden spoon stir the mixture in the center of the bowl. Gradually widen the circle of stirring to take in all of the flour at the sides of the well.
  2. Turn out on a floured surface, and knead just until smooth. Keep the dough soft. Pour 1/2 teaspoon of the oil into a clean bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, turning once to oil the top. Cover. Let rise until doubled, 30 to 45 minutes.
  3. Punch the dough down. Use 1 teaspoon of the oil to coat a baking sheet, and place the dough on the baking sheet. Gently press the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Pour the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over the top of the dough. Use the handle end of a wooden spoon to dimple the dough at 1 1/2 inch intervals. Sprinkle with the rosemary and the cheese. Place in a cold oven on the center shelf. Place a flat pan of hot water on the shelf below the bread. Let rise until doubled, 20 to 25 minutes.
  4. Turn on the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the focaccia for 20 to 25 minutes, or until browned on top. Remove from the pan, and cool on a wire rack. Serve warm.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 19, 2003 by SABRINATEE
One thing: you can use a glass or metal bowl to mix this bread, doesn't really have to be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2003 by CAREYCOX
This focaccia is truly delicious. I topped it with white cheddar and chopped jalapenos. The... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2003 by DANIGIRL51
This is a wonderful recipe, but when I punched down the dough, I added Italian spice and parm... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 19, 2003 by CANADIANJEN
I was searching for a recipe to make the same delicious focaccia that they serve with ceasar... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2003 by jenn
Wonderful, impressive, easy. It will help you win friends and influence people. This is a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2003 by MRS.CATHY
I didn't have the olive oil, I didn't let it raise twice & I didn't use the rosemary on top -... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 16, 2005 by MINNESOTA1
This recipe yields a good quality bread with relatively little time commitment. Although my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2003 by GOCLCLESS
Good stuff MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2003 by ALATIDG
I make this receipe plain and the family loves it. I also use this for my pizza crust. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2005 by 4CTumbleweed