How do I create herb-infused focaccia bread?

Kick your Focaccia Bread up a notch with our herb-infused recipe. It's like a garden party for your mouth! Get ready to impress.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I create Herb-infused Focaccia Bread. Items include: all-purpose flour salt sugar active dry yeast warm water olive oil fresh herbs

all-purpose flour 2 and 1/4 cups
salt 1 teaspoon
sugar 1 teaspoon
active dry yeast 1 packet (or 2 and 1/4 teaspoons)
warm water 1 cup
olive oil 1/4 cup
fresh herbs a generous handful

Take note
Beware: This recipe may cause uncontrollable cravings, and your house will smell ridiculously good while it bakes. Eat at your own risk.

1

Gather your Ingredients

First things first, let's round up all the ingredients you'll need for this epic focaccia creation. You'll need 2 and 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 packet (or 2 and 1/4 teaspoons) of active dry yeast, 1 cup of warm water, 1/4 cup of olive oil, and a generous handful of your favorite fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, and basil work wonders!).

2

Mix it Up

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Give it a little stir to evenly distribute the ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix the yeast with the warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. Once frothy, add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough starts to come together.

3

Knead the Dough (And Get Your Workout In)

Now comes the fun part - kneading the dough! Place the dough on a well-floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes. If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more flour as you go. The end result should be a smooth, elastic dough.

4

Rise and Shine

Time to let that dough rise, like the star it is. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size. This is a great time to catch up on your favorite TV show or practice your interpretive dance moves.

5

Press and Impress

Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently (no need to take out any personal frustrations on the dough) and transfer it to a greased baking pan. Press the dough into the pan, making sure it reaches the edges. Now comes the star of the show - sprinkle those fresh herbs all over the top, pressing them slightly into the dough to make sure they stick.

6

Let's Rise Again (We're all about second chances)

Cover the pan with the kitchen towel or plastic wrap again and let it rise for another 30 minutes. During this time, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). It's getting hot in here!

7

Bake to Perfection

Pop that pan of herb-infused goodness into the preheated oven and let it bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the bread turns golden brown and crispy. The aroma wafting from your oven will make your neighbors jealous. Try not to drool too much, the end is in sight!

8

Slice and Savor

Remove the focaccia bread from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, slice it into delectable pieces and take a bite. Congratulations, you just created a masterpiece! Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy your herb-infused focaccia bread. You deserve it!