Focaccia Dough

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   Place 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water (105 to 115 degrees) in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer.

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   Sprinkle yeast over it.

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   Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.

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   Stir oil, salt and sugar into yeast mixture.

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   Stir in all-purpose and whole-wheat flour until a soft dough forms (you may need to add more all-purpose flour).

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   Turn dough out onto a floured surface.

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   Knead until it is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes, or knead in a stand mixer with a dough hook attached for about 5 minutes.

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   If using a stand mixer, finish dough by hand, on a floured surface, for 1 minute.

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   Add more all-purpose flour if dough feels very sticky (you want damp but not unworkable dough).

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    Oil a large bowl.

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    Place dough in bowl and turn to coat it lightly with oil.

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    Cover bowl with a dish towel.

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    Leave in a warm place until dough has doubled in size, about 1 hour.

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    Divide dough into 3 equal-size balls.

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    Tightly wrap in plastic any you are not planning to use right away and freeze.

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    Transfer remaining balls to a baking sheet and cover loosely with a towel.

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    Let rest for 20 to 30 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.