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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia: Crispy, Cheesy & Irresistible

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Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Crispy and Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Focaccia Bread. Its golden-brown crust and tender interior, infused with garlic and melted Parmesan, will make it your new favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Strong Bread Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 1 1/4 cups Warm Water (105-115°F)
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Yeast
  • 1/4 cup Good Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil (plus more for drizzling)
  • 4–6 cloves Fresh Garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
  • Optional: small handful of Shredded Mozzarella or Provolone

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the bread flour and fine sea salt until well combined.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix with a sturdy spoon or your hands until a shaggy, cohesive dough forms.
  4. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for 1.5-2 hours, or until it has roughly doubled in size.
  5. Generously drizzle about 1/4 cup of good quality extra virgin olive oil into a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  6. Gently transfer the risen dough into the oiled pan, flipping it over once to ensure both sides are coated with olive oil.
  7. Using your fingertips, gently dimple and stretch the dough to fill the pan. If the dough resists stretching, let it rest for 10-15 minutes, then continue stretching.
  8. In a small bowl, combine the minced fresh garlic with another 2-3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.
  9. Drizzle the garlic-infused oil evenly over the dimpled focaccia dough.
  10. Generously sprinkle all of your freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the entire surface. If using, sprinkle on the shredded mozzarella or provolone now.
  11. Loosely cover the pan with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the focaccia rise in a warm spot for another 30-45 minutes.
  12. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) during the last 15 minutes of this rise.
  13. Place the focaccia in the preheated oven and bake for 20-28 minutes until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  14. Immediately transfer the focaccia to a wire rack to cool for about 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Keywords: Don't skimp on the olive oil for a crispy crust! Fresh garlic is essential for flavor, and using freshly grated Parmesan will enhance the taste significantly. Consider adding herbs like rosemary or oregano for extra flavor.

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