Italian focaccia with rosemary
Description
Delicious baked treat for the whole family. There are many variations of this flatbread. It can be made with or without filling, using yeast or unleavened dough, and can be either sweet or savory. The main ingredients are flour, water, and high-quality olive oil, while the rest are optional additions to taste. Serve warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Mix the yeast with 70 milliliters of warm water and let it sit for 10 minutes. Pour the remaining cold water into a large bowl and add the olive oil.
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Step 2
2. Pour the yeast mixture into the water.
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Step 3
3. Mix 2 cups of flour with salt (1 spoon) and add to the liquid ingredients.
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Step 4
4. Chop the fresh rosemary and add it to the bowl with the dough.
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Step 5
5. Add the remaining flour in portions, mixing well after each addition.
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Step 6
6. Knead the dough with your hands until it no longer sticks to them.
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Step 7
7. Place the dough on the table and knead it for about 5-8 minutes.
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Step 8
8. Grease a bowl with vegetable oil and place the dough in it.
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Step 9
9. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit for 1-2 hours, until the dough doubles in size.
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Step 10
10. Grease a baking sheet with vegetable oil and transfer the dough onto it, spread it out evenly across the sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest for another 30 minutes.
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Step 11
11. Use your finger to make deep holes in the dough, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rest again for 2 hours.
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Step 12
12. Brush the dough with olive oil, sprinkle with coarse salt, and bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
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Step 13
13. Transfer the baked goods to a wire rack and let cool for 10 minutes, then enjoy.