Saturday, May 26, 2012

Focaccia Bread

Ingredients:
*1 cup warm water
*1 tsp. sugar
*1 Tbsp. yeast
*2 3/4 cups flour
*1 tsp. salt
*1 tsp. garlic powder
*1 tsp. oregano
*1 tsp. thyme
*1/2 tsp. basil
*pinch of pepper
*1 Tbsp. vegetable oil

Topping:
*olive oil or butter spray
*salt
*Mozzarella or Parmesan cheese, shredded

Directions:
1.  In mixing bowl, combine water and sugar.

2.  Add yeast.  Let sit until foamy, 10-15 minutes.

3.  Add all other ingredients.  Mix well.  Dough should not stick to your fingers.  Add a little more flour if needed.

4.  Place dough in greased bowl.  Cover with a damp cloth.

5.  Raise 20 minutes in a warm spot.

6.  Place on greased baking sheet and with fingers, pat and push to edges.  Dough should be about 1/2 inch thick.

7.  With a pizza cutter, cut to desired size.

7.  Bake at 450-degrees for 12-15 minutes.

Notes:
-Use a small baking sheet or double this recipe to fill an 11x17 pan.

Recipe Source:  Adapted from Allrecipes.com

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