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Focaccia al formaggio di Recco

Cultural Context

Focaccia al formaggio di Recco originates from the coastal town of Recco in Liguria, Italy. This dish is a beloved local specialty, traditionally made with a soft, thin dough filled with creamy cheese, often served as a street food or appetizer. Its unique preparation and rich flavor have made it a staple in Ligurian cuisine, and it has gained popularity across Italy and beyond, often enjoyed at gatherings and special occasions.

ItalianITLiguriamain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups manitoba flour
1 cup water
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
8 oz fresh cheese (crescenza)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

fresh cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Ricotta provides a lighter texture while mozzarella is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

1

Grease a copper baking tray with olive oil.

2

Prepare the dough and let it rest for about 30 minutes.

3

Work the dough well with a little flour to prevent sticking.

4

Use manitoba flour, which is elastic and essential for making good focaccia.

5

Add pieces of fresh cheese (crescenza) made from milk sourced from local dairies.

6

Roll out a top layer of dough thinner than the bottom layer.

7

Make small holes in the top layer to allow steam to escape.

8

Season with olive oil and salt before baking.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinbaking sheetoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Recco cheese focacciaFocaccia di Recco
Local Name: Focaccia al formaggio di Recco

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