Sun-Dried Tomato Focaccia Bread

Submitted by Carson Uecker-Herman

"Focaccia bread is a common flat style bread used for sandwiches. Or just for eating."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 1 half sheet pan
• Serves: 20

ingredients

• 2 (1/4 ounce) packages yeast
• 1 3⁄4 cups warm water (105-115 F)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1⁄2 cup sun-dried tomato
• 1⁄2 cup feta cheese

directions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. In a food processor put blend sun-dried tomatoes and olive oil until well chopped. Add tomatoe and olive oil mixture, flour, and salt to yeast mixture. Stir with a spoon or in a mixture until dough forms a ball. About 5-7 minutes. Add up 1/2 cup flour to the work surface while kneading to prevent the dough from sticking.
2. Form the dough into a ball, place in a well oiled bowl. Let rise for 1 1/2 hours. Punch the dough down and put on a half sheet pan. Cover the entire surface, let rise for 20 minutes then dimple the dough. If you want to you can put feta cheese or any other kind of cheese.
3. Bake at 375 for 15-20 minutes.