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Focaccia Versiliese (Crispy Olive-&-Herb Fill)

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This Focaccia Versiliese is a hearty, aromatic Italian bread that brings the warmth of a Tuscan kitchen to your table. The dough is infused with fragrant rosemary, sage, and minced garlic, while pitted olives add a salty, briny contrast. The result is a loaf with a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. It pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or as a standalone snack with olive oil. Simple to make with pantry staples, this versatile bread is perfect for casual weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 1041.5
Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This Focaccia Versiliese is a hearty, aromatic Italian bread that brings the warmth of a Tuscan kitchen to your table. The dough is infused with fragrant rosemary, sage, and minced garlic, while pitted olives add a salty, briny contrast. The result is a loaf with a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. It pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or as a standalone snack with olive oil. Simple to make with pantry staples, this versatile bread is perfect for casual weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoon Dried yeast
  • 1 cup Warm water
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary, chopped
  • 4 ea Sage leaves, torn
  • 3 1/2 ounce Olives, pitted
  • 2 tablespoon Garlic, minced
  • 2 cup Unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Corn flour
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoon Olive oil
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine warm water and dried yeast in a large mixing bowl; let stand for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. 2
    Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil, chopped rosemary, torn sage leaves, pitted olives, and minced garlic.
  3. 3
    Add all-purpose flour, corn flour, and salt; mix with a wooden spoon until a thick, smooth dough forms.
  4. 4
    Knead the dough by hand for 8 to 10 minutes until firm and elastic.
  5. 5
    Place dough in a lightly oiled container, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise until doubled in size.
  6. 6
    Turn the dough onto an oiled 10 1/2" x 15 1/2" baking pan and stretch it to fit.
  7. 7
    If the dough resists stretching, let it rest for 10 minutes and try again.
  8. 8
    Cover with a towel and let rise until half-doubled, about 30 minutes.
  9. 9
    Preheat oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  10. 10
    Dimple the top of the dough with your fingertips and sprinkle with extra salt and 2 teaspoons olive oil.
  11. 11
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
  12. 12
    Slide off baking sheet onto a rack and cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1041.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.3g33%
Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9774.0mg408%
Total Carbohydrate 203.1g68%
Dietary Fiber 45.5g182%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 29.6g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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