Tuscan Style Fig & Rosemary Focaccia

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while being more affordable.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives are lower in calories and canned options are budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs maintain flavor and are often less expensive.

Mix flour, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl.

Add warm water and olive oil; stir 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 and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Punch down the risen dough and transfer to a baking sheet.

Press the dough into a rectangle, about 1 inch thick.

Dimple the surface with your fingers and drizzle with olive oil.

Sprinkle with sea salt, herbs, and toppings of choice.

Let the dough rest for 20 minutes before baking.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from oven and drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.

Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Cooking Techniques

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