How to make Rosemary Focaccia Bread Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

fresh rosemary

🥗Healthier: dried rosemary

💰Cheaper: thyme

Dried rosemary is more shelf-stable, while thyme is often cheaper.

Combine warm water and yeast in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and sugar.

Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl; cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Grease a baking sheet with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Transfer the risen dough to the prepared baking sheet; stretch it out to fit the pan.

Dimple the surface of the dough with your fingers, creating small indentations.

Drizzle additional olive oil over the top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and fresh rosemary.

Let the dough rest for another 20-30 minutes before baking.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

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