Classic Garlic Bread Focaccia: A Must-Try Recipe!
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A delicious and easy-to-make garlic bread focaccia that is perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
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- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, olive oil, salt, oregano, and black pepper to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Once risen, punch down the dough and spread it onto a greased baking sheet.
- Make dimples in the dough with your fingers and drizzle with olive oil.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and additional herbs on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger garlic flavor, increase the amount of minced garlic.
- Serve warm for the best taste.
- This focaccia can be frozen for later use.