1cuptepid waterSubstitute water for beer, for more flavor
1tspsugar
1 ½tspyeast
3tbspolive oil (2 tbsp for topping)
4tbspfresh herbs of your preference (2 tbsp for topping) We used Thyme and Rosemary
1tbspsea salt or coarse salt for topping
Instructions
Heat Wood Fired Oven to 180 degrees, then let the temperature fall.
Add sugar and dry yeast into tepid water.
Into the cake mixer add flour, salt and herbs, then mix.
Make a small well in the middle of the flour mixture then pour in yeast mixture and oil.(If your dough is dry, slowly add more water until it comes together)
Mix for 10 minutes or until the dough is soft (not sticky) to touch.
Place into oiled cooking pan and cover with damp tea-towel. let the dough prove for 20 minutes in a warm place. (your hot water cupboard is a great place during colder seasons)
Your dough should now be doubled in size. Using your finger tips, prod the dough to make deep dimples. cover again with your damp tea-towel and to leave to rest for another 15 minutes.
Add your toppings then cook place in the middle of your oven at a falling temperature of 180deg for 25 minutes or until golden. Another way to ensure your bread is cooked is to knock on the bottom of the bread and listen for a hollow sound.Turn your Focaccia onto a wire rack to cool slightly, Then enjoy!