Focaccia is a classic Italian bread thatβs light, fluffy, and infused with fragrant olive oil. This Rosemary and Olive Focaccia recipe is a must-try for anyone who enjoys homemade bread with a Mediterranean touch.
Ingredients:
- 3 Β½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ΒΌ tsp instant yeast
- 1 ΒΌ cups warm water
- ΒΌ cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Β½ cup black or green olives, sliced
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C) and grease a baking sheet or pan.
- Stretch the dough into the pan and press dimples into the surface with your fingers.
- Drizzle olive oil over the dough, sprinkle with rosemary, olives, and coarse sea salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Serve warm with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil or alongside Creamy Tomato Soup for the perfect meal pairing.