Italian Focaccia Bread
A classic Italian bread, perfect for snacking or serving with your favorite pasta dishes.
Ingredients
- ●1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast yummy
- ●1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour croatianuse unbleached all-purpose flour
- ●1/4 teaspoon salt bread
- ●1 tablespoon olive oil bowl
Instructions
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1. In a large bowl, combine yeast and warm water. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until frothy.
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2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the bowl. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
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3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
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5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
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6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a rectangle.
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7. Place the dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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8. Dimple the dough with your fingers, then sprinkle with coarse salt.
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9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
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10. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before slicing.