Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary Recipe

Experience the irresistible aroma and taste of this homemade herbed focaccia! This recipe features a delightful combination of fresh rosemary, savory black olives, and a perfectly crisp crust. Easily customizable – try sun-dried tomatoes instead of olives for a vibrant twist. Serve warm with a drizzle of first-press extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper for the ultimate dipping experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1949.5 kcal
Protein 90g
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How to Make Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary

  1. Boil 1 large potato until tender (approx. 20 minutes). Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  2. Mash the potato.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup warm potato water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon active dry yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons olive oil into the yeast mixture.
  5. In a food processor, combine: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and the mashed potato. Pulse 4 times.
  6. With the food processor running slowly, add the yeast mixture through the feed tube.
  7. Gradually add the remaining reserved potato water (or more, if needed), until a dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  8. Knead in the food processor for 1 minute.
  9. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth (about 1 minute).
  10. Place 1/2 teaspoon olive oil in a clean bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat.
  11. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (30-45 minutes).
  12. Punch down the dough.
  13. Lightly oil a baking sheet with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Transfer the dough to the baking sheet and gently press to 1/2 inch thickness.
  14. Drizzle the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil over the dough.
  15. Use your knuckles to create 1 1/2-inch dimples across the dough.
  16. Sprinkle evenly with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh rosemary, 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (halved), and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  17. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
  18. Place a baking sheet with hot water on the lower rack of a cold oven.
  19. Place the focaccia on the rack above the water.
  20. Let rise for 20-25 minutes.
  21. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  22. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  23. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

199 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

33g

Carbs

111g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary?

Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary?

Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary has approximately 1949.5 calories per serving, with about 90 g protein, 111 g carbohydrates and 72 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary?

The key ingredients for Focaccia Bread Herbed With Black Olive Fresh Rosemary are Potato, Bread Flour, Unbleached All Purpose Flour, Salt, White Sugar, Fast Rising Yeast. See the full list with measurements above.

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