Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, and salt. Add the warm water and 1/4 cup olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook on medium speed for 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with olive oil.
- Gently deflate the dough and transfer it to the prepared baking pan. Using your fingertips, press the dough evenly into the pan, creating dimples all over the surface.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Brush the mixture evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and rosemary (if using) over the dough. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a softer crust, cover the focaccia loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking. Store leftover focaccia in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. You can also add other herbs like thyme or oregano to the dough. For extra flavor, try using roasted garlic instead of minced garlic.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg