Crescia (Onion Flavoured Focaccia From Le Marche) Recipe

Name: Crescia (Onion Flavoured Focaccia From Le Marche)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 teaspoons yeast, active dry dried; 1/2 cup water warm; 1 1/2 cups water room temperature; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 5 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose; 1 tablespoon salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup onions finely chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

2 1/2 teaspoons yeast, active dry dried
1/2 cup water warm
1 1/2 cups water room temperature
6 tablespoons olive oil
5 cups flour, unbleached all-purpose
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onions finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Stir the yeast into a small bowl and let proof for 10 minutes.
2
Stir in the rest of the water and oil.
3
Whisk in 2 cups of the flour and stir until smooth.
4
Add salt and the rest of the flour, 1 cup at a time.
5
Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until soft and velvety.
6
Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and let rise until doubled.
7
While the dough is rising, prepare the topping.
8
Warm the olive oil over low heat and saute the onions for about 20 minutes.
9
Cool to room temperature.
10
Cut the dough into 2 pieces, one twice as large as the other.
11
Shape the smaller one to fit an oiled 10 inch round pie plate and the larger one to fit an oiled 10 1/2 X 10 1/2 inch baking sheet.
12
Cover and let rise for 45 minutes until bubbles appear in the dough but it has not quite doubled.
13
Heat the oven to 400F (200C) for 30 minutes before baking.
14
Sprinkle the onions over the dough and drizzle with olive oil and finish with the salt.
15
Bake for 25 minutes until the onions are golden.
16
Cool on wire racks.
17
VARIATION: Crescia al Rosmarino.
18
Substitute 2 tablespoons finely chopped rosemary for the onions.

885

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 teaspoons yeast, active dry dried, 1/2 cup water warm, 1 1/2 cups water room temperature, 6 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Crescia (Onion Flavoured Focaccia From Le Marche) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crescia (Onion Flavoured Focaccia From Le Marche)

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