Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2.25 tsp

Dry yeast

dry

1.25 cup

Warm water

warm

3.9 unit

Potato starch

3.15 unit

Sweet white sorghum flour

3.15 unit

Tapioca flour

2.6 unit

White rice flour

1 tsp

Xanthan gum

0.5 tsp

Baking powder

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.25 cup

Olive oil

divided

3 tsp

Fresh rosemary

finely chopped

1 unit

Yukon Gold potato

cooked, peeled, and grated

1 unit

Egg

large

0.5 cup

Kalamata olives

chopped, pitted

2 unit

Garlic cloves

minced

1 unit

Cooking spray

2 tbsp

Parmesan cheese

grated fresh

Step 1
~6 min

Dissolve the dry yeast in 1 1/4 cups of warm water and let it stand for 5 minutes to activate.

Step 2
~6 min

In a stand mixer bowl, combine potato starch, sweet white sorghum flour, tapioca flour, white rice flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~6 min

Mix the dry ingredients at medium speed until well blended.

Step 4
~6 min

Add the yeast mixture, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of finely chopped fresh rosemary, cooked and grated Yukon Gold potato, and a large egg to the dry ingredients.

Step 5
~6 min

Beat the mixture until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 6
~6 min

Gently fold in the chopped pitted kalamata olives and minced garlic into the batter.

Step 7
~6 min

Coat a large bowl with cooking spray and spoon the batter into the prepared bowl.

Step 8
~6 min

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place (85°F) for 45 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 9
~6 min

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Step 10
~6 min

Turn the risen dough out onto a baking sheet that has been coated with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~6 min

Shape the dough into an 11-inch round.

Step 12
~6 min

Brush the top of the bread with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 13
~6 min

Sprinkle the top of the dough with the remaining 2 teaspoons of fresh rosemary and the grated fresh Parmesan cheese.

Step 14
~6 min

Bake the focaccia at 400°F for 35 minutes, or until it is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, bake on a pizza stone.

Add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.

Use a higher quality olive oil for a richer taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.

Pair with a salad or soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Antipasto platter
Italian Wedding Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Commonly enjoyed as a snack or accompaniment to meals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

lunch
dinner
party
snack

Popularity Score

70/100

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