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Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe

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Bring the delightful flavors of Italy into your kitchen with this Easy Focaccia Bread Recipe. This homemade bread is not only simple to make but also incredibly rewarding, with its crispy exterior and soft, airy interior. The intoxicating aroma of freshly baked focaccia will fill your home, making it the perfect addition to any meal or gathering. Serve it warm as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a centerpiece for your next picnic. Topped with fragrant rosemary and coarse sea salt, every bite promises a burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (500g) bread flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 2 teaspoons (10g) salt
  • 1 3/4 cups (415ml) warm water
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
  • Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast; let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In another bowl, mix flour and salt.
  3. Combine the yeast mixture with the dry ingredients and stir until it forms a sticky dough.
  4. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth; place in an oiled bowl and let rise covered until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
  5. After rising, punch down the dough and shape it on a greased baking sheet; let rise again for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Drizzle olive oil over the dough, sprinkle with rosemary and coarse salt.
  7. Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool slightly before slicing.

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