Focaccia Bread–An Italian Herb Bread

Focaccia Bread–An Italian Herb Bread
Ingredients
Bread
- 2 3/4 cups Baking Free Gluten-Free all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 dash ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup warm water (105-115 degrees)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast (one packet)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing on top before adding cheeses)
Topping (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
- diced tomatoes and tomato sauce
Note
You can change the topping to your liking. Add tomatoes or use other cheeses.
Directions
Bread | |
Step 1 | |
Mix the yeast and warm water in a small bowl. Let proof for 10 minutes (until bubbles begin to form). | |
Breat | |
Step 2 | |
In a stand mixer bowl, stir together flour, salt, sugar, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil and black pepper. | |
Bread | |
Step 3 | |
With mixer on low, add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients and combine. | |
Step 4 | |
When the dough has pulled together, turn out onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. | |
Step 5 | |
Prepare 15 X 10 inch baking pan by lining with parchment paper and spray with baking spray. Stretch dough into a rough rectangle on the baking sheet. Cover with clean cloth and place in a warm area to rise for 25 minutes. | |
Step 6 | |
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Using your knuckle, make indentations in the dough about 1/2 inch apart. Then prick dough with a fork. | |
Topping | |
Step 7 | |
Brush top with olive oil. Sprinkle with parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. | |
Bread | |
Step 8 | |
Bake for about 15 minutes until golden brown. Cut into 12 pieces. | |
Step 9 | |
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Step 10 | |
Bake for 13-15 minutes until golden brown. Cut into 12 pieces. |