Focaccia!

1. 1

   Use a small amount of olive oil to grease the inside of a round 9-inch pan.

2. 2

   Combine the first five ingredients in a large bowl. Beat at high speed for about one minute, with a stand mixer or electric mixer.

3. 3

   Scoop the sticky batter into the prepared pan, cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise for one hour at room temperature. It will become puffy!

4. 4

   While the dough is rising, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

5. 5

   When the dough is finished rising, lightly poke the top of the dough all over. Using a pastry brush, brush the top of the dough with olive oil, gently push in the sliced olives, sprinkle with herbs and shredded cheese.

6. 6

   Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the loaf is golden brown. During this time, your house will smell like Italy. No joke!

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for five minutes before you remove from the baking pan. Cool on a wire rack.

8. 8

   I recommend serving this warm!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.