Easy Focaccia

Recipe View 5 mins In a large stoneware bowl, whisk together bread flour, all-purpose flour, and salt. Create a well in the center and add sugar and yeast. Gently pour in the warm water and let stand until yeast activates (approximately 5 minutes).

Recipe View 2 mins Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the well. Using a wooden spoon, gradually stir the center of the mixture, incorporating flour from the edges until a shaggy dough forms.

Recipe View 5 mins Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, maintaining a soft consistency (3-5 minutes).

Recipe View 40 mins Lightly oil a clean bowl with 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (30-45 minutes).

Recipe View 1 mins Grease a baking sheet with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.

Recipe View 2 mins Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Gently press the dough to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Recipe View 23 mins Drizzle the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of olive oil over the dough. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to create dimples across the surface at 1 1/2 inch intervals. Sprinkle evenly with rosemary and Parmesan cheese. Place the baking sheet in a cold oven on the center rack. Place a flat pan of hot water on the rack below. Allow the dough to rise until doubled (20-25 minutes).

Recipe View 23 mins Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Bake the focaccia until golden brown on top (20-25 minutes). Remove from the pan and cool on a wire rack. Serve warm.