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Focaccia Versiliese (Crispy Olive-&-Herb Fill

Focaccia Versiliese (Crispy Olive-&-Herb Fill is a breads recipe made with Dried Yeast, Warm Water, Olive Oil, Garlic Minced, and Unbleached All Purpose Flour. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

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Ingredients

• 2 tsp
• 1 cup
• 1 tbsp
• 2 tbsp
• 2 cup
• 1 cup
• 2 tsp
• 2 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Stir the yeast into a alrge mixing bowl with the water

2. 2

   & let proof for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the olive oil, rosemary, sage, olives & garlic.

4. 4

   Using a wooden spoon, mix in the flours & salt & stir until the dough is thick & smooth.

5. 5

   Knead by hand for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is firm & elastic.

6. 6

   Set the dough in a lightly oiled container, cover with plastic wrap & let rise until doubled.

7. 7

   If it won't fit, let it rest for 10 minutes & try again.

8. 8

   Cover with a towel & leave until it has half risen, about 30 minutes.

9. 9

   30 minutes before baking, preheat oven to 400F.

10. 10

    Just before baking, dimple the top of the dough with your fingertips & sprinkle with some extra salt & 2 ts of oil.

11. 11

    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden.

12. 12

    Slide off baking sheet onto a rack & let cool for a few minutes before eating warm or at room temperature.

13. 13

    VARIATION: Focaccia Dolce.

14. 14

    Soak the raisins in warm water for 30 minutes before using & toast the pine nuts.