Rosemary Focaccia
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Rosemary Focaccia
Description
This focaccia bread recipe starts with a dough made from all-purpose flour, instant yeast, warm water, olive oil, and salt. After combining into a sticky batter, the dough is spread into a greased cast iron skillet and left to rise until doubled. The surface is then poked with fingers to create indentations that hold olive oil and seasoning during baking.
The fresh rosemary and flaky sea salt sprinkled on top infuse the bread with herbaceous notes and subtle crunch. Baking at 375°F yields a golden, slightly crisp crust contrasted by a soft interior. Olive oil plays a critical role in browning and flavor.
This focaccia pairs well with soups, salads, or as a base for sandwiches. It can be served warm or at room temperature. When brushing olive oil, using a pastry brush helps distribute it evenly without overwhelming the dough.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cup water warm
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sea salt flaky
- 2 rosemary destemmed, fresh
Instructions
- Grease an 11" cast iron skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Combine 3 tablespoons of the olive oil with the flour, water, instant yeast and salt in the bowl of an electric mixer. With the paddle or hook attachment, beat at high speed until well combined and sticky, about 1 minute.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared cast iron skillet and spread it out with your fingers to reach the edges of the skillet. Cover it and let it rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- When the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 375°F. Gently poke the dough all over with your index finger.
- Drizzle it with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and sprinkle with the flaky sea salt and fresh rosemary.
- Bake the bread until it's golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes, then cut as desired.
Notes
- Use a generous amount of olive oil on top to encourage browning and flavor without soaking the dough.
- Lightly poke the dough with your finger to create pockets for oil and seasoning before baking.
- A cast iron skillet helps with even heat and creates a crisp crust.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 292 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 292kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 803mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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