Focaccia with Rosemary

Mix yeast, flour, and oil into a dough, knead, rise, dimple with rosemary and salt, then bake until golden.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1596.3 kcals 3192.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 261.8 grams 523.6 grams
Fat 42.4 grams 84.8 grams
Protein 42.2 grams 84.4 grams
Cook Time
40 mins
Produces
2 loaves
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
30
g
Yeast
fresh
0.5
tsp
GrainsCereals
680
g
Strong White Flour
plus extra for dusting
Liquids
600
ml
Water
warm
NutsSeeds
2
tsp
1.5
tsp
Salt
coarse
4
sprig
Rosemary
leaves only
OilsFats
4
tbsp
Olive Oil
plus extra for oiling
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
for brushing

Steps

  • Mix yeast and sugar for 30 seconds until liquid, then stir in 400ml of water and 4 tbsp olive oil.
  • Combine flour and salt in a large bowl, add the yeast mixture, and stir to form a soft dough.
  • Knead the dough on a floured surface for ten minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours until doubled.
  • Preheat the oven to 220°C.
  • Knead the risen dough for five minutes on a floured surface to knock it back.
  • Shape into two circles, place on baking sheets, and prove for 15 minutes.
  • Form dimples with fingertips, brush with 2 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with coarse salt and rosemary.
  • Bake the loaves for ten minutes at 220°C.
  • Reduce heat to 190°C and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  • Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.