Debbie's Focaccia Recipe

Name: Debbie's Focaccia
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast (one pkg .25 oz.); 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 ¼ cups warm water (110 degrees); 2 ¾ cups unbleached flour; 6 tablespoons olive oil; ½ teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated; ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed; 1 tablespoon cornmeal; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1
In medium size bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in 3/4 C warm water (110 degrees).
2
Set aside for 15 minutes untl very foamy.
3
Stir 1 cup flour into the yeast.
4
Cover with plastic wrap and let this sponge proof in a warm place until tripled in volume and very bubbly, about 2 hours.
5
Put sponge in bowl of Kitchenaid mixer, add remaining 1/2 C warm water, 2 Tbl.
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olive oil, 1/2 teaspoons regular salt, parmesan cheese and rosemary.
7
Add remaining flour.
8
Mix on speed 2 of mixer for 7 minutes.
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Oil a large bowl.
10
Place the dough in the bowl, covered loosely with oiled plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
11
Sprinkle a half sheet pan with cornmeal.
12
Roll out dough on lightly floured surface until about 1 inch thick.
13
Place on sheet pan.
14
Press out dough until about 3/4 inch thick.
15
Cover with oiled plastic wrap and let rise about 30 minute Use the tips of your fingers to make dimples in the dough.
16
Pour remaining 4 Tbl.
17
olive oil evenly over dough.
18
Sprinkle kosher salt and pepper over dough.
19
Bake in a preheated 475 degree oven for 20 minute or until golden brown,.

573

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast (one pkg .25 oz.), 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 ¼ cups warm water (110 degrees), 2 ¾ cups unbleached flour, and more.

Yes, Debbie's Focaccia 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Debbie's Focaccia

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Variations & substitutions

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