Easy Focaccia Recipe Anne Burrell Would Approve

Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will have your taste buds dancing? Buckle up, because we’re about to whip up the best focaccia bread you’ve ever tasted! This delightful Italian bread is fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it alongside a hearty meal, turning it into irresistible sandwiches, or just munching on it straight out of the oven, focaccia is here to steal the show. Let’s get started!

Feast Your Eyes on This!

Check out this stunning focaccia bread! It’s so beautiful that it almost looks like it belongs in a gallery rather than your kitchen.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Gather these ingredients to make your focaccia bread magic happen:

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1 ½ cups warm water (110°F or 43°C)
2 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
Fresh rosemary sprigs
Coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Let’s Get Baking!

Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s dive into the recipe like a chef into a soufflé!

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. This is the magical moment when the yeast wakes up and starts partying!
Add in the flour, sea salt, and olive oil. Mix until everything is combined. Don’t worry; your dough might look a bit shaggy - that’s just its way of keeping you on your toes!
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Think of it as a workout for your dough (and for your biceps!).
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. Time for a little dough nap!
Once the dough has risen, punch it down (not literally, just give it a firm press) and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Now, use your fingers to stretch it out into a rectangle or square shape.
Create dimples in the dough with your fingers – it’s like giving it a little massage! Drizzle it with olive oil, sprinkle coarse sea salt, and add fresh rosemary sprigs on top.
Let the dough rise for another 20-30 minutes while you preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). It’s just sitting there, getting ready for its moment of fame!
Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the focaccia is golden brown and wonderfully aromatic. Your kitchen should smell like an Italian bakery at this point!
Once baked, let it cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy your heavenly focaccia while it’s still warm!

Congratulations! You’ve just made the best focaccia bread known to mankind. Don’t forget to savor each bite and share (if you must) with your closest friends and family. Happy baking!