Tuesday, October 25, 2011

THE EASIEST, BESTEST FOCCACIA BREAD EVER


RECIPE POSTED BY CARRIE CHIBI KEANE)

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp white sugar
1 packet active dry yeast
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried basil
1 dash ground black pepper
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup water
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

In large bowl, stir together flour, salt, sugar, yeast, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil, and black pepper.
Mix in vegetable oil and water.
When dough has pulled together, turn out onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
Lightly oil a large bowl, place dough in bowl, and turn to coat with oil.
Cover with damp cloth and let rise in warm place 25 minutes.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Punch dough down, place on greased baking sheet.
Pat dough into 1/2-inch thick rectangle (doesn't have to be perfect).
Using your knuckle, make indentations in the dough about 1/2-inch apart, then prick dough with fork.
Brush top with olive oil, then sprinkle with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 13-15 minutes until golden brown.

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