13\u20444 tsp (8 mL) quick-rising (instant) yeast<\/p>\n
11\u20442 tsp (7 mL) kosher salt<\/p>\n
1 tsp (5 mL) granulated sugar<\/p>\n
3\u20444 cup (175 mL) warm water (120\u00b0F to 130\u00b0F\/49\u00b0C to 54\u00b0C)<\/p>\n
2 tbsp + 1 tsp (35 mL) olive oil, divided<\/p>\n
Garlic-Herb Topping<\/p>\n
1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil<\/p>\n
2 garlic cloves, minced<\/p>\n
1 tsp (5 mL) Italian seasoning<\/p>\n
1\u20444 tsp (1 mL) kosher salt<\/p>\n
2 tbsp (30 mL) freshly grated Parmesan\u00a0cheese[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”50″][vc_custom_heading text=”As seen in” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:36|text_align:left|color:%23333333″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”accent-color” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”10″][image_with_animation image_url=”16220″ animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” img_link_target=”_blank” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” margin_top=”20px” img_link=”https:\/\/robertrosebooks.com\/catalogue\/the-best-cast-iron-baking-book\/”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_custom_heading text=”Instructions” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:36|text_align:left|color:%23333333″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”accent-color” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”10″][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_custom_heading text=”Equipment” font_container=”tag:h3|font_size:20|text_align:left|color:%23333333″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]10-inch (25 cm) cast-iron skillet[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Makes one 10-inch (25 cm) focaccia[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_column_text]1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In a large bowl, combine 1\u00a0cup (250\u00a0mL) flour, yeast, salt and sugar. Add warm water and 2\u00a0tbsp (30\u00a0mL) oil; stir vigorously until batter is smooth. Add remaining 1\u00a0cup (250\u00a0mL) flour and stir vigorously until it forms a sticky dough.<\/p>\n
2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Grease skillet with the remaining 1\u00a0tsp (5\u00a0mL) oil. Transfer dough to the skillet. With wet fingertips, pat dough evenly into the skillet, pressing to the edges. Using fingertips, make depressions 1\u20442\u00a0inch (1\u00a0cm) deep and about 2\u00a0inches (5\u00a0cm) apart over the surface of the dough. Cover with a clean dish towel. Let stand at room temperature for 20\u00a0minutes.<\/p>\n
3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C).<\/p>\n
4\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Garlic-Herb Topping In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic, Italian seasoning and salt. Lightly brush the topping over the dough.<\/p>\n
5\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Bake in the preheated oven for 15\u00a0minutes. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese. Bake for 5 to 8\u00a0minutes\u00a0more or until golden brown.<\/p>\n
6\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Remove skillet from the oven and place on a wire rack. Let cool for 5\u00a0minutes. Cut focaccia into pieces and serve warm from the skillet.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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