Delicious homemade focaccia bread topped with garlic and Parmesan, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Author:info-thestationrecipezgmail-com
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:105 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Bread
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups warm water
2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture along with the olive oil.
Mix into a dough: Mix until a dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
Let it rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Shape the dough: Once risen, punch down the dough and spread it onto a greased baking sheet.
Dimple it: Dimple the surface with your fingers.
Spice it up: Mix garlic, Parmesan, and herbs, and sprinkle over the dough.
Give it a rest: Allow to rest for another 20 minutes.
Finish with sea salt: Sprinkle with coarse salt before baking.
Bake! Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
For variations, consider adding chopped olives or sun-dried tomatoes to the dough. Ensure your water is warm for the yeast activation.