Classic Italian Focaccia Recipe

This Classic Italian Focaccia recipe will teach you how to make a soft and fluffy bread topped with olive oil, herbs, and sea salt. Filled with the flavors of Italy, this bread is perfect as an appetizer or served alongside pasta dishes. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll be able to create this delicious homemade focaccia in no time!

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons instant yeast
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, for greasing
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
• 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
3. Transfer the dough to a well-floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Grease a large bowl with olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
6. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
7. Transfer the risen dough onto the greased baking sheet. Gently press and stretch the dough to fit the baking sheet, creating a rectangle or oval shape.
8. Using your fingers, make indentations all over the dough.
9. Drizzle olive oil over the dough, making sure to fill the indentations.
10. Sprinkle rosemary leaves and coarse sea salt evenly over the dough.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the focaccia turns golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
13. Slice and serve the focaccia warm or at room temperature.
14. Enjoy!

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