Description
Garlic Focaccia Bread is a homemade Italian delight that transforms your kitchen into a cozy bakery with its irresistible aroma. This easy recipe yields a soft, fluffy bread infused with rich garlic flavor and topped with fragrant herbs. Perfect for any occasion, this focaccia is versatile enough to be enjoyed as a side dish, the base for delicious sandwiches, or simply dipped in olive oil and balsamic vinegar for an exquisite appetizer. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a golden-brown focaccia that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Allow to sit for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Gradually add flour and salt while mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Press dimples into the risen dough, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle garlic and herbs on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg