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Tomato Rosemary Focaccia

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Rustic Italian focaccia with a soft, airy interior and golden crust, topped with juicy tomato slices, fresh rosemary, and sea salt. Perfect as a side, snack, or appetizer.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups warm water

2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

1 teaspoon sugar

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for oiling a bowl and pan

1 ½ teaspoons table salt

3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon sea salt (fleur de sel)

1–2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced

3–4 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add olive oil and table salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in flour until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Oil a 9×13-inch baking pan or sheet pan.
  6. Punch down the risen dough and spread it evenly in the prepared pan. Cover and let rise again for 20–30 minutes.
  7. Use your fingers to press dimples across the surface of the dough. Arrange tomato slices on top, sprinkle with rosemary, and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  8. Sprinkle sea salt evenly over the top.
  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp around the edges.
  10. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Add caramelized onions or olives for extra flavor.

Use cherry tomatoes for a sweeter bite.

Mix garlic into the dough or sprinkle roasted garlic cloves on top.

Swap rosemary with thyme or oregano for a different herb profile.

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes or toast in a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil.

Can be frozen up to 2 months—wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap.

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