Focaccia is a traditional Italian flatbread that is perfect for sharing with friends and family. It is easy to make and can be flavored with a variety of toppings.
One of the most popular combinations is roasted garlic and rosemary focaccia, which brings together the sweet and savory flavors of these two herbs to create a delicious and aromatic bread.
Ingredients
The ingredients for roasted garlic and rosemary focaccia are:.
- 500g strong white bread flour
- 7g fast-action yeast
- 2 tsp salt
- 375ml warm water
- 50ml olive oil
- 3 garlic bulbs
- 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- Sea salt flakes for topping
Instructions
Follow these steps to make your own delicious roasted garlic and rosemary focaccia:.
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- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, yeast and salt.
- Add the warm water and olive oil, and mix to form a wet dough.
- Knead the dough for 10-15 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Cover the bowl with a damp tea towel and leave to rest for 1 hour in a warm place.
- Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6.
- Cut off the top of each garlic bulb, drizzle some olive oil over each bulb and wrap each one in foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and caramelized.
- Once the dough has rested, transfer it to a greased baking tray and flatten it out with your fingertips.
- Sprinkle the top of the dough with some sea salt flakes and rosemary sprigs.
- Press the roasted garlic cloves into the dough, spacing them out evenly.
- Leave the dough in a warm place to rest for another 30 minutes.
- Bake the focaccia in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Variations
If you want to mix things up, there are several variations you can try:.
- Replace the rosemary with thyme or oregano
- Add sliced cherry tomatoes and black olives to the dough before baking
- Top with cherry tomatoes and mozzarella cheese before baking for a pizza-style focaccia
- Add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese and fresh basil for a Mediterranean twist
Conclusion
Roasted garlic and rosemary focaccia is a tasty and easy-to-make bread that is sure to impress. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, it makes the perfect accompaniment to soups, stews and salads.
By following the simple instructions above, you can make your own delicious focaccia that is perfect for sharing with loved ones.
