Fun and simple focaccia recipe, inspired by Jennifer Garner

Looking for a fun and tasty recipe to try this winter? Then this rosemary focaccia from actress Jennifer Garner is a must-follow! She shared this recipe on her Instagram account @jennifer.garner , which is also a real must-follow tip for you if you like a bit of craziness and coziness. Her focaccia recipe is perfect for the month of December, whether you're making a snack platter for friends or just fancy some fresh bread with your soup. The best thing about this recipe? It's simple, quick and almost impossible to mess up.

What is focaccia bread?

Focaccia is a traditional Italian flatbread that is often compared to pizza, but without the sauces and toppings. It is known for its fluffy, soft texture and the characteristic indentations that form during baking, filled with olive oil and sea salt. This bread has a rich, savory flavor and is delicious as a side dish, a bread for drinks, or even as a sandwich bread. In Italy, focaccia is often served as a snack or street food and comes in a variety of variations, from simple with rosemary to lavishly topped with olives, tomato, or cheese. Here's how to make it!

Ingredients

• 500 grams of flour (all-purpose or bread flour)
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 2 teaspoons instant yeast
• 475 ml lukewarm water
• butter or baking spray (for greasing)
• 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• coarse sea salt
• 2-3 sprigs of fresh rosemary leaves, picked to taste
• optional: small tomatoes, garlic, olives or grapes (to taste)

Preparation

Step 1: Make the dough

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and yeast. Add the lukewarm water and use a rubber spatula to mix until you have a sticky ball of dough. Lightly rub the top of the dough with olive oil.
• Cover the bowl with a damp tea towel or plastic wrap and place it directly in the refrigerator. Let the dough rest there for at least 12 hours (and up to three days). This makes the dough airy and full of flavor.

Step 2: Prepare the baking pan

• Line a 23 x 33 cm baking pan with baking paper or grease it with butter/baking spray. Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the center of the baking pan.

Step 3: Let the dough rise

• Remove the dough from the bowl and let it loosen by pulling it towards the center. Carefully roll the dough through the olive oil in the baking pan, so that it is completely covered with a layer of oil. Then let the dough rise for 3 to 4 hours at room temperature. Note: you do not need to cover it.

Step 4: Prepare the focaccia for the oven

• Preheat the oven to 220°C and place a rack in the middle of the oven.
• If using rosemary, sprinkle it over the dough. Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the dough and use your fingers to make deep indentations. This “dimpling” technique gives focaccia its characteristic texture. If necessary, gently stretch the dough so that it covers the entire pan. Then sprinkle coarse sea salt over the dough.

Step 5: Bake the focaccia

• Bake the focaccia for 25-30 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Remove the bread from the pan and place on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.

Step 6: Enjoy!

• Cut the focaccia into pieces and serve immediately. It is delicious to eat as such or as a side dish with a hot meal.

Why This Recipe Is A Winner

This easy focaccia recipe by Jennifer Garner is an absolute winner because it is easy to make and always turns out well, even if you are not an experienced baker. It takes little time and with minimal preparation you get a light and super tasty bread. Ideal for festive drinks, Christmas dinner or just as a nice addition to your homemade Pastina .

TIP: You can also personalize the focaccia by adding other herbs, such as thyme or oregano, or some olives or baby tomatoes for a Mediterranean twist. Be creative and make it your own!

Getting Started

This recipe is a great activity for a winter afternoon at home, alone or with family and friends. It is the perfect comfort food and brings a piece of Italian coziness into your home. So put on your apron, put on your favorite music and start baking!

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