Description
This Garlic Parmesan Focaccia recipe is a flavorful and aromatic bread that makes a perfect side dish or appetizer. The combination of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs creates a delicious savory bread that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
Topping:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Knead until a dough forms.
- Rise the Dough: Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Assemble and Bake: Press dough into a baking pan, dimple the surface, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic, Parmesan, herbs, and salt. Bake until golden.
- Serve: Cool slightly, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
- For a softer texture, brush the focaccia with additional olive oil when it comes out of the oven.
- This bread is best served warm and can be reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
